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Girardot Center for Youth
High School · DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
PO BOX 936, Cape Girardeau, MO 63702
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Girardot Center for Youth
Girardot Center for Youth is a public high school in Cape Girardeau, MO, part of the DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades 5th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1. The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Girardot Center for Youth is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1, Girardot Center for Youth offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Address
- PO BOX 936, Cape Girardeau, MO 63702
- Phone
- (573) 290-5860
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 936, Cape Girardeau, MO 63702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Girardot Center for Youth may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCOTT CITY HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Scott City). Another option is CENTRAL HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away). Additionally, NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.7 miles away). For more schools in Cape Girardeau, see our Cape Girardeau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Cape Girardeau | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTRAL JR. HIGH Cape Girardeau | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PARKVIEW SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 1.6 mi | — |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CLIPPARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Cape Girardeau | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| EAGLE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NOTRE DAME REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| NELL HOLCOMB ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 5.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City | 6.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SCOTT CITY ELEM. Scott City | 7.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CITY HIGH Scott City | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SCOTT CITY MIDDLE Scott City | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRECKENRIDGE HIGH Breckenridge, MO | — |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield, MO | — |
| CRAIG HIGH Craig, MO | — |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis, MO | — |
| HILLTOP SCHOOL Lee's Summit, MO | — |
| HOGAN ST REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. St. Louis, MO | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Girardot Center for Youth
What grades does Girardot Center for Youth serve?
Girardot Center for Youth serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Girardot Center for Youth?
Girardot Center for Youth has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Girardot Center for Youth?
The student-teacher ratio at Girardot Center for Youth is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Girardot Center for Youth a charter school?
No, Girardot Center for Youth is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Girardot Center for Youth a Title I school?
No, Girardot Center for Youth is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Girardot Center for Youth?
88.9% of students at Girardot Center for Youth qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,094/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cape Girardeau). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cape Girardeau County
- Phone
- (573) 290-5860
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE- District Enrollment
- 570
- Schools in District
- 41
Other Schools in This District
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