The Oliver J. Bell Unit is a prison for men in Cleveland, Texas, operated by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
The roughly 40-acre facility is .25 mi north of downtown Cleveland.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cleveland Correctional Facility ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
80 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cleveland Correctional Facility?
The application deadline for Cleveland Correctional Facility is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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