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 (2026)
- 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
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W. E. Sears Youth Center's student population of 61 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% 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
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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 Reviews5 10/10/2025The group leaders are very caring a help the kids strive for excellence. They are exceptional people.Review W. E. Sears Youth Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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The group leaders are very caring a help the kids strive for excellence. They are exceptional people.
Review W. E. Sears Youth Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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