LEIGHTON HALL (DENTENTION CENTER)

Leighton Hall (Dentention Center) is a public high school that is part of the Humboldt school district, located in Winnemucca, NV with about 2 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade.

Leighton Hall is not a traditional school in the academic sense; it is a juvenile detention facility located in Winnemucca, Nevada. Situated on Fairgrounds Road, the facility serves as a secure holding center for youth who have been placed in the custody of the legal system within Humboldt County and the surrounding region. Its primary function is to provide short-term or temporary residential supervision for minors, prioritizing safety, security, and adherence to court-mandated requirements.

While the facility is primarily a correctional environment, it is mandated to provide educational services to ensure that residents do not fall behind in their studies during their stay. These educational programs are typically structured to provide basic academic instruction, often through a modified curriculum or independent study format, allowing students to maintain progress toward their high school credits while under supervision. The facility operates under strict oversight to balance its role as a detention center with the legal requirement to provide continued access to education for the youth in its care.

For more information, contact Leighton Hall (Dentention Center) at (775) 623-6382 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.