W. E. Sears Youth Center serves 61 students in grades 5-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W. E. Sears Youth Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
W. E. Sears Youth Center's student population of 61 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of W. E. Sears Youth Center is 0.51, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
33%
15%
White
62%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
42%
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 schools are W. E. Sears Youth Center often compared to?
W. E. Sears Youth Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Twin Rivers High School, Sierra-osage Treatment Center, Poplar Bluff High School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of W. E. Sears Youth Center?
The graduation rate of W. E. Sears Youth Center is 21-39%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend W. E. Sears Youth Center?
61 students attend W. E. Sears Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of W. E. Sears Youth Center students are White, 33% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. E. Sears Youth Center?
W. E. Sears Youth Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does W. E. Sears Youth Center offer ?
W. E. Sears Youth Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. E. Sears Youth Center part of?
W. E. Sears Youth Center is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
The group leaders are very caring a help the kids strive for excellence. They are exceptional people.
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