Juvenile Detention Center

9501 Goldfinch Lane
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Juvenile Detention Center serves 5 students in grades 1-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 53%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

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School Overview

Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 5 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

The diversity score of Juvenile Detention Center is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
(12-13)
<50%
53%
(12-13)
<50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
Hispanic
20%
9%
White
80%
67%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 53% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
How many students attend Juvenile Detention Center?
5 students attend Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Juvenile Detention Center students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Juvenile Detention Center?
Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Juvenile Detention Center is part of Hillsboro R-III School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 5 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : <50%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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