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The total population of the Ozark Heritage Region is estimated to be
around 107,000. The population over 25 is estimated at around 71,000,
or around 66%.
Almost 40% of the regions population has a high school diploma or equivalent,
which is almost 8% above the US average and almost 5% higher than the
state of Missouri.
There are a total of 35 school districts throughout the region with an
estimated 20,000 students. The current graduation rate is nearing 90%.
Our schools enjoy a peaceful setting without the increasing violence
of many urban and suburban schools. The students enjoy an excellent teacher
to student ratio, and the ability to learn in safety.
ALTON
http://alton.k12.mo.us AVA
www.avaschools.k12.mo.us CABOOL
www.cabool.k12.mo.us EMINENCE
www.eminencemo.com/relocationcommunity.html GAINESVILLE
www.ozarkcounty.net/schools.html HARTVILLE
www.wrightcountymo.com/life.htm#educ HOUSTON
www.houstonmissouri.org/profile.html LICKING
http://train.missouri.org/licking/educate.htm MANSFIELD
www.wrightcountymo.com/life.htm#educ
www.mansfieldchamber.com/mansfieldeducation.htm
MOUNTAIN VIEW
www.mountainviewmo.com/communityprofile.html NORWOOD
www.wrightcountymo.com/life.htm#educ THAYER
http://thayer.k12.mo.us WEST PLAINS
MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY - WEST PLAINS |
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Missouri State University–West Plains specializes in providing quality post-secondary education to students of all ages in the south-central Ozarks region of Missouri. Degree offerings include the Associate of Arts degree that is perfect for students who want to transfer into bachelor’s degree programs, and several associate degrees for students who want to enter the workforce after two years of study. Some bachelor’s and master’s degree programs also are available at the West Plains Campus through the Academic Outreach program at Missouri State University-Springfield.
The small campus environment with quality instruction in a relaxed, personal atmosphere is the hallmark of Missouri State–West Plains. Through classes that average 20 students, personalized classroom attention, educational support services and numerous opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities, Missouri State–West Plains offers an atmosphere that promotes academic and personal success for students. The campus includes four classroom buildings, the campus library, bookstore, student center and residence hall. Historic Kellett Hall houses most nursing classes and the Development Office. M.O. Looney Hall has several classrooms and serves as a one-stop student services building with the following offices: Admissions, Registration and Records, Financial Aid, the Business Office, Student Academic Advisement Center, Career Services and several others. Melton Hall has a large lecture hall and several science labs, classrooms and faculty offices. Lybyer Technology Center features a 60-station open computer lab, faculty offices and classrooms. The Garnett Library houses the Academic Support Center and 30,700 volumes to aid students in their research.
Flexible scheduling is available to meet students’ individual needs. Classes are offered during the morning, afternoon, and evening on weekdays. Online courses allow students to complete assignments any time, day or night.
Missouri State–West Plains is an excellent place to explore your educational options and discover your talents. Visit the campus and see for yourself why more than 1,700 students each year choose Missouri State-West Plains. |
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http://wphs.k12.mo.us
WILLOW SPRINGS
www.willowspringsschool.com/2005
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