Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention

Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention serves 37 students in grades 1-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 89%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : <50%
  • : ≥50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention's student population of 37 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Green and White

School Rankings

The diversity score of Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ID)
(12-13)
<50%
81%
(12-13)
≥50%
89%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
43%
21%
White
54%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Barn Owl

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 89% ID state average).
How many students attend Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention?
37 students attend Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention?
Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention offer ?
Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention part of?
Southwest Idaho Juvenile Detention is part of Caldwell School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : <50%
  • : ≥50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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