Draper Correctional Facility was an Alabama Department of Corrections state prison for men located in Elmore, Elmore County, Alabama. The prison first opened in 1939 with a capacity of 600 beds, replacing the former Speigner Reformatory.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Total Students (07-08)
148 students
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black
(07-08)86%
36%
White
(07-08)14%
58%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Draper Correctional Facility?
148 students attend Draper Correctional Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Draper Correctional Facility students are Black, and 14% of students are White.
What school district is Draper Correctional Facility part of?
Draper Correctional Facility is part of Jf Ingram State Technical College School District.
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