SKAGIT COUNTY DETENTION CENTER

Skagit County Detention Center is a public high school that is part of the Northwest Educational Service District 189 school district, located in MOUNT VERNON, WA with about 9 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade.

The facility located at 605 3rd St in Mount Vernon is not a traditional academic school, but rather the **Skagit County Juvenile Detention Center**. This facility functions as a secure detention environment for youth who have been ordered into custody by the juvenile court. Because these individuals are still minors, the facility is mandated to provide educational services to ensure they maintain academic progress while they are being held.

The educational programming at this site is typically overseen by the local school district or the Educational Service District (ESD). These programs are designed to be individualized, allowing students to work on core subjects—such as math, reading, and language arts—at their own pace. The primary goal of the instruction is to prevent educational gaps, provide credit recovery opportunities, and prepare students for a successful transition back into their home school district upon their release.

For more information, contact Skagit County Detention Center at (360) 336-9360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.