SPOKANE JUVENILE DETENTION SCHOOL

Spokane Juvenile Detention School is a public high school that is part of the Educational Service District 101 school district, located in Spokane, WA with about 31 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade.

The Spokane Juvenile Detention School, located at 1208 Mallon Ave (often referred to as the Juvenile Detention Center campus), operates under the administration of the Spokane County Juvenile Court in partnership with the Spokane Public Schools district. It serves as an educational facility for youth who are currently detained within the juvenile justice system. Because the student population is transient and fluctuates based on legal proceedings, the school provides a highly individualized, competency-based curriculum designed to ensure that students do not fall behind in their academic credits while awaiting court dates or transitioning to other placements.

The instructional environment is structured to be both supportive and highly supervised, focusing on core academic requirements such as math, English, and social studies, as well as GED preparation for those who qualify. Beyond traditional academics, the school places a strong emphasis on maintaining educational continuity, behavioral management, and goal setting. By providing a consistent learning environment, the program aims to reduce the recidivism rate and help students remain engaged in their education so they can successfully transition back into their community high schools or alternative programs once they are released.

For more information, contact Spokane Juvenile Detention School at (509) 447-2451 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.