Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Hispanic
(19-20)8%
26%
Black
(19-20)31%
17%
White
(19-20)61%
48%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
69%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home?
13 students attend Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home students are White, 31% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home offer ?
Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home part of?
Knox Co Mary Davis Detention Home is part of Galesburg CUSD 205 School District.
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