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Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center

5941 12th Ave East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (96-97)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers (96-97)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1973
School Motto
To be a life-changing resource for youth involved in the justice system by providing quality educational opportunities, services and supports to reduce reoffending, improve positive outcomes, strengthen families, and enhance community safety.

School Rankings

This School
State Level (AL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(96-97)
n/a
1%
Asian
(96-97)
n/a
2%
Hispanic
(96-97)
n/a
1%
Black
(96-97)
100%
36%
White
(96-97)
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
(96-97)
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(96-97)
n/a
n/a
n/a
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center?
2 students attend Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center students are Black.
What grades does Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Tuscaloosa County Juvenile Detention Center is part of Tuscaloosa County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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