Escambia Juvenile Detention serves 54 students in grades 5-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escambia Juvenile Detention ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Escambia Juvenile Detention's student population of 54 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Escambia Juvenile Detention is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Escambia Juvenile Detention?
The graduation rate of Escambia Juvenile Detention is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Escambia Juvenile Detention?
54 students attend Escambia Juvenile Detention.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Escambia Juvenile Detention students are Black, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Escambia Juvenile Detention offer ?
Escambia Juvenile Detention offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escambia Juvenile Detention part of?
Escambia Juvenile Detention is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Escambia Juvenile Detention located?
Escambia Juvenile Detention is located in the South Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Pensacola.
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