Western Missouri Correctional Center is a Missouri Department of Corrections state prison for men located in Cameron, DeKalb County, Missouri. According to the Official Manual State of Missouri the facility has a capacity of 1925 medium security prisoners.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- 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 Calendar
Campus Size
385 acres
School Motto
We commit to serve our citizens by providing quality services in a spirit that promotes positive community growth.
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
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 grades does Western Mo Correctional Center offer ?
Western Mo Correctional Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Mo Correctional Center part of?
Western Mo Correctional Center is part of Department Of Corrections School District.
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