MOHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24
W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. — School Profile & District Info
High|POPLAR BLUFF, Missouri|DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
POPLAR BLUFF, MO 63901
School Profile
Grades
5–12
Enrollment
61
Student:Teacher
6.8:1
Locale
Rural
District
DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICEEcon. Disadvantaged
95.1%
Phone
(573)840-9280School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
Graduation Rate
<50%
Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
6
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
10
100% fully certified
Social Workers
1
Nurses
1
Anti-Bullying Policy
Community Context
Median Home Value
$263,782
+4.7% 1yr+38.4% 5yr
Jefferson City, MO metro area
Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
35.0%
Below 150% poverty line
5.4%
Unemployment rate
13.2%
Uninsured residents
16.6%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
166
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
166
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Other Health Impairment
78 (47%)
Emotional Disturbance
49 (30%)
Specific Learning Disability
25 (15%)
Intellectual Disability
7 (4%)
Speech/Language Impairment
4 (2%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
54
Current enrollment
Frequently Asked Questions about W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR.
Enrollment at W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. stands at 61 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.
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