Missouri Military Academy - Mexico, Missouri
Posted by: BruceS
N 39° 10.317 W 091° 52.153
15S E 597680 N 4336467
Historic military prep school in Mexico, Missouri.
Waymark Code: WMHXTT
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 08/25/2013
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The MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY, eastern end of E. Jackson St., is an accredited institution for boys between the ages of 6 and 21. The square, barrack-type brick buildings with white stone trim are centered by the more elaborate administration building distinguished by a white portico with four white columns and a great dome. The academy was established in 1889 under the direction of Charles H. Hardin, governor of Missouri 1874-76.. - Missouri: A Guide to the "Show Me" State, Tour 15, pg. 557.
The Missouri Military Academy continues to operate at the location indicated in the Guide. The Academy continues as an all-boy college prep military school. It is for grades 6-12. The Academy is mostly a boarding school however some day students also attend. The school has had some recent construction of new buildings to modernize its facilities. It is noted for it high academic achievement.