GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH
GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH is a public high school that is part of the DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE school district, located in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO with about 8 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 4 teachers, GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH has a student/teacher ratio of about 2:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH, located at 609 N. Middle Street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, serves as a vital community hub dedicated to the academic, social, and personal development of local youth. Operated under the umbrella of the Cape Girardeau Public School District, the center functions primarily as an alternative educational setting. It is designed to provide a structured and supportive environment for students who may require a non-traditional approach to learning, focusing on behavioral growth, credit recovery, and individualized instruction to help them stay on track toward graduation.
Beyond its core educational mission, the Girardot Center plays a significant role in the community by offering resources and programming that promote youth engagement and mentorship. By fostering a smaller, more focused school climate, the center allows educators to work closely with students to overcome specific academic or personal barriers. Ultimately, the facility acts as an essential bridge for students seeking a fresh start, ensuring that they have the guidance and tools necessary to transition back into mainstream academic success or successfully move toward post-secondary life.
For more information, contact GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH at (573) 290-5860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63702-0936
(573) 290-5860
GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH is a public school in CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO with about 8 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE
- Total Students:
- 8
- Teachers:
- 4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 8 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GIRARDOT CENTER FOR YOUTH is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 87.5%
- Black or African American
- 12.5%
- Male
- 100.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.