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Riverbend Treatment Center

5910 Mitchell Ave
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
Riverbend Treatment Center serves 20 students in grades 6-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 20 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : <50% (Btm 50% in MO)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Riverbend Treatment Center's student population of 20 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Riverbend Treatment Center is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
45%
15%
White
40%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
<50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Riverbend Treatment Center?
The graduation rate of Riverbend Treatment Center is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Riverbend Treatment Center?
20 students attend Riverbend Treatment Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Riverbend Treatment Center students are Black, 40% of students are White, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbend Treatment Center?
Riverbend Treatment Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverbend Treatment Center offer ?
Riverbend Treatment Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbend Treatment Center part of?
Riverbend Treatment Center is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 20 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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