DETENTION CENTER WEST

DETENTION CENTER WEST is a public school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 82 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 7 teachers, DETENTION CENTER WEST has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

DETENTION CENTER WEST, located at 3948 W Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in Tampa, is a specialized educational facility operated under the Hillsborough County Public Schools (SDHC) system. Unlike a traditional neighborhood school, this site serves the educational needs of students currently housed within the juvenile justice system. The facility is designed to provide continuity of instruction for youth who are in temporary detention, ensuring that they maintain progress toward their academic goals and grade-level requirements while awaiting adjudication or placement.

Because the student population at DETENTION CENTER WEST is transitory, the educational model focuses on flexible, individualized curriculum delivery. The school emphasizes core academic subjects—such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies—while adhering to state standards to prevent students from falling behind during their period of detention. By maintaining this link to the broader Hillsborough County school district, the facility aims to support the educational stability and long-term reintegration of students back into their home schools or alternative programs upon their release.

For more information, contact DETENTION CENTER WEST at (813) 871-7650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.