Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center

2525 Ortiz Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center serves 41 students in grades 5-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 41 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : <50%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 41 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
37%
21%
White
37%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
(21-22)
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center often compared to?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Success Academy, Sw Fl Addiction Services-the Vince Smith Center by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
41 students attend Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center students are Black, 37% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Southwest Florida Juvenile Detention Center is part of Lee School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 41 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : <50%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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