Draper Correctional Facility was an Alabama Department of Corrections state prison for men located in Elmore, Elmore County, Alabama. The prison first opened in 1939 with a capacity of 600 beds, replacing the former Speigner Reformatory.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (07-08)
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
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17:1
American Indian
(07-08)n/a
1%
Asian
(07-08)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(07-08)n/a
4%
Black
(07-08)86%
36%
White
(07-08)14%
58%
Hawaiian
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(07-08)n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Draper Correctional Facility?
148 students attend Draper Correctional Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Draper Correctional Facility students are Black, and 14% of students are White.
What school district is Draper Correctional Facility part of?
Draper Correctional Facility is part of Jf Ingram State Technical College School District.
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