
Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled - St. Joseph
Grades and ages
Ages 5-21
Tuition
Contact for pricing
About Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled - St. Joseph
Helen M. Davis School is the St. Joseph campus of Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled. It is at 2900 Scott Street and serves students ages 5 to 21 with severe disabilities after a local district referral. Rick Ross is principal. The campus phone is 816-387-2986. Area I director Shawn Packard can be reached at 660-530-5588.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- Ages 5-21
- 5-21
Learning needs supported
- Severe disabilities
Specialties
- Severe disabilities
- Separate public special education school
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Individualized instruction
- Social skill development
- Related services as IEP-determined
Programs
Programs at Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled - St. Joseph
Other programs and supports
- Individualized instruction
- Social skill development
- Related services as IEP-determined
School facts
Practical details for families
Accreditation and licensing
- Missouri State Board of Education / Office of Special Education
Tuition and funding
Tuition: Contact for pricing
- State-operated; local district referral
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled - St. Joseph
Who can attend an MSSD school?
MSSD serves Missouri students ages 5 to 21 with severe disabilities when the local school district cannot meet the student's educational needs in a less restrictive setting.
How does a student get placed?
The local school district refers the student and must justify that a separate school is the least restrictive environment for the identified needs.
How do current families complete yearly registration?
Student registration for 2026-27 runs through Focus, MSSD's student information system. A parent portal account must be created and linked to the student before registration forms are available.
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