At Boys & Girls Town, our mission is to improve the lives of children with emotional and behavioral problems through superior, family-focused services.
Our treatment programs employ a strength-based approach, we help each child discover the talents & strengths in themselves.
By reinforcing positive behaviors, we help children improve their self-esteem and develop positive relationships with their peers and families.
Today Boys & Girls Town of Missouri serves more than 5,000 children and family members each year through residential treatment, foster care case management, outreach and therapy programs for at-risk children and youth with a history of abuse and neglect or severe behavior and emotional disorders.
Our treatment programs are a viable alternative to costly hospital stays and offer real hope for children and their families.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 4
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Academy At Boys & Girls Town ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 20%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Academy At Boys & Girls Town?
The application deadline for Academy At Boys & Girls Town is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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