Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
S T E P Detention ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
S T E P Detention's student population of 2 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
School Motto
Making a difference in our community: creating opportunities for positive change through hope, empowerment, prevention, and accountability.
School Rankings
The diversity score of S T E P Detention is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
50%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend S T E P Detention?
2 students attend S T E P Detention.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of S T E P Detention students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are Black.
What grades does S T E P Detention offer ?
S T E P Detention offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is S T E P Detention part of?
S T E P Detention is part of Taylor Independent School District.
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