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Juvenile Justice Center Alt Ed

Miami, FL

Discipline
Florida Department of Education

Under 10 students were suspended out of school in 2024–25.

Measure2023–242024–25
Suspended out of schoolUnder 10Under 10
Expelled with educational servicesUnder 10Under 10
Other actionsUnder 1010

None reported: Suspended in school, expelled without educational services, alternative placement, suspension extended pending a hearing, corporal punishment, change in placement.

Each student counts once per action.

School Profile

Location

Suburb, Large

Enrollment

75 students

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

Demographics
Hispanic/Latino36.0%
x
White1.3%
x
Black or African American61.3%
x
Asian0.0%
x
Two or More Races1.3%
x
American Indian or Alaska Native0.0%
x
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander0.0%
x
Teaching Approach

Updated 8mo ago

The program emphasizes equitable, effective learning opportunities aligned to Miami-Dade County Public Schools curriculum, guided by a “We Care” mindset. It focuses on providing a safe, respectful, inclusive environment that builds academic foundations beyond the detention experience while strengthening self-discipline, positive personal growth, and lifelong learning. Students are encouraged to take accountability for their learning and develop healthier emotional, physical, and social well-being through a purpose-driven, student-centered, teacher-led model.

Public school directory

NCES ID 120039002555

District
Miami-Dade
Status
Open
School category
Alternative School
Charter
No
Virtual instruction
No virtual instruction
Enrollment
75 students
Teachers (FTE)
7

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