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Escambia Juvenile Detention

1800 Saint Mary Ave
Pensacola, FL 32501
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%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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Escambia Juvenile Detention ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Escambia Juvenile Detention's student population of 54 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
5 teachers

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.
This School
State Level (FL)
(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
0.63
<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
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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