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#1146 of 2,221 schools in MO
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.
High School · DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
9400 SEARS LN, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Poplar Bluff. Learn more
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,146 of 2,221
In Poplar Bluff
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.
High School in Poplar Bluff · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. is a public high school in Poplar Bluff, MO, part of DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE.
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,146 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. Compares
See how W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9400 SEARS LN, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GREENVILLE HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST CARTER CO. R-II HIGH (rated 7.5/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Ellsinore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POPLAR BLUFF HIGH (rated 3.7/10, 5.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Poplar Bluff, see our Poplar Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. Poplar Bluff | 0.2 mi | — |
| POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff | 5.8 mi | 3.7 |
| WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff | 5.6 mi | 4.8 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 5.9 mi | 5.1 |
| POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff | 7.4 mi | 3.5 |
| POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff | 7.5 mi | 4.9 |
| O'NEAL ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 7.4 mi | 5.0 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE ELEM. Williamsville | 8.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 7.5 mi | 4.0 |
| POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 8.8 mi | 6.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 9.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 10.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 11.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore | 13.8 mi | 4.4 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II HIGH Ellsinore | 13.8 mi | 7.5 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II MIDDLE Ellsinore | 13.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GREENVILLE HIGH Greenville | 19.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,979
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
34,920
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MADISON HIGH Madison, MO | 6.3 |
| CAINSVILLE HIGH Cainsville, MO | 6.2 |
| EVERTON HIGH Everton, MO | 6.2 |
| PRAIRIE HOME HIGH Prairie Home, MO | 6.2 |
| HUME HIGH Hume, MO | 6.4 |
| NORTHWESTERN HIGH Mendon, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.
What grades does W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. serve?
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.?
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. rank in MO?
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. ranks #1,146 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. a charter school?
No, W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. a Title I school?
No, W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. E. Sears Youth Ctr.?
95.1% of students at W. E. Sears Youth Ctr. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (573) 840-9280
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE- District Enrollment
- 570
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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