Boonville Correctional Center is located at 1216 East Morgan Street in Boonville, Missouri. It is a minimum security C-1 state penitentiary housing approximately 1,300 male inmates. BCC was constructed in 1889 as the Missouri Training School for Boys.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤20%
82%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Boonville Correctional Center?
The graduation rate of Boonville Correctional Center is 20%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 82%.
What grades does Boonville Correctional Center offer ?
Boonville Correctional Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boonville Correctional Center part of?
Boonville Correctional Center is part of Department Of Corrections School District.
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