For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 248 students in Vandalia, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Vandalia, MO is Van-far Jr./sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vandalia, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Vandalia have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Vandalia, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Van-far Jr./sr. High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Vandalia, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van-far Jr./sr. High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Hwy 54 West
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6442
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6442
Gr: 7-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
1101 E Hwy 54
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6686
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6686
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
1101 E Hwy 54
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6686
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6686
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Women's East Region Trtmt Center
Alternative School
1101 E Hwy 54
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6686
Vandalia, MO 63382
(573) 594-6686
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Vandalia, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Vandalia, MO include Van-far Jr./sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Vandalia?
4 public high schools are located in Vandalia.
What is the racial composition of students in Vandalia?
Vandalia public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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