Mt. Vernon Treatment Center serves 45 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Vernon Treatment 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
Mt. Vernon Treatment Center's student population of 45 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Protecting the integrity of public assistance programs by combating fraud, waste and abuse.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mt. Vernon Treatment Center is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
71%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 is the graduation rate of Mt. Vernon Treatment Center?
The graduation rate of Mt. Vernon Treatment Center is 11-19%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Treatment Center?
45 students attend Mt. Vernon Treatment Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mt. Vernon Treatment Center students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Vernon Treatment Center?
Mt. Vernon Treatment Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mt. Vernon Treatment Center offer ?
Mt. Vernon Treatment Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Vernon Treatment Center part of?
Mt. Vernon Treatment Center is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.
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