CORNERSTONE

CORNERSTONE is a public high school that is part of the DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICE school district, located in COLUMBIA, MO with about 11 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, CORNERSTONE has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

**CORNERSTONE**, located at 1250 E. Brown School Rd. in Columbia, Missouri, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Columbia Public Schools district. It functions primarily as an alternative school designed to provide a structured, supportive environment for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. The school focuses on academic credit recovery, behavioral intervention, and personalized instruction to help students stay on track toward graduation and prepare for their future post-secondary goals.

The mission of CORNERSTONE is rooted in fostering a sense of community and accountability, often employing smaller class sizes and more individualized attention from faculty to address the unique social and emotional needs of its students. By offering a tailored curriculum and a distinct campus culture, the school aims to re-engage students who have faced academic or personal obstacles, providing them with the necessary tools to succeed and eventually transition back to their home schools or move forward into adult life.

For more information, contact CORNERSTONE at (573) 449-3756 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.