Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Safe Communities, Healthy Families.
School Rankings
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Juvenile Justice Center offer ?
Juvenile Justice Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Juvenile Justice Center part of?
Juvenile Justice Center is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Juvenile Justice Center located?
Juvenile Justice Center is located in the Government Plaza neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Government Plaza.
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