JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER

JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER is a public high school that is part of the MANATEE school district, located in BRADENTON, FL with about 54 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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 educational program located at the Manatee County JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER in Bradenton, Florida, is an extension of the Manatee County School District, specifically designed to provide continuity of instruction for youth who are temporarily detained. Because the student population is transitional and transient, the curriculum focuses on individualized learning plans that allow students to maintain academic progress in core subjects while addressing gaps in their education. The program is structured to meet the unique security and behavioral requirements of a detention setting while ensuring that students adhere to state educational standards.

The primary goal of this school is to prevent academic regression and provide a stable, structured environment that encourages educational engagement during a student’s incarceration. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with special education services and individualized support, the school aims to help students stay on track for graduation or reintegration into their home schools. The partnership between the Manatee County School District and the detention facility emphasizes the importance of education as a vital component of rehabilitation and positive youth development.

For more information, contact JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER at (941) 714-3445 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.