FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL

FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL is a public high school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 23 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 4 teachers, FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL, located at 520 N Falkenburg Road in Tampa, Florida, is a major correctional facility operated by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. While the address provided includes a link to the Hillsborough County Public Schools (SDHC) website, it is important to clarify that **FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL is not a traditional K-12 school.** Instead, it functions as a detention center for inmates awaiting trial or serving short-term sentences.

The presence of the school district’s link reflects the fact that the facility provides educational services to incarcerated youth and young adults through the Hillsborough County Public Schools system. These programs are designed to offer General Educational Development (GED) courses, literacy training, and other essential educational support to eligible individuals while they are in custody. The integration of school district resources ensures that detainees maintain access to their right to education, aiming to support rehabilitation and improve post-release outcomes for those within the justice system.

For more information, contact FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL at (813) 840-7472 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.