Serving 248 students in grades 7-12, Van-far Jr./sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: VAN-FAR JR./SR. HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Vandalia, MO, covering approximately 162.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 7.3 miles and the furthest edge located 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van-far Jr./sr. High School's student population of 248 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Van-far Jr./sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van-far Jr./sr. High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1490 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
86%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van-far Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
Van-far Jr./sr. High School is ranked #1490 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van-far Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Van-far Jr./sr. High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Van-far Jr./sr. High School?
248 students attend Van-far Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Van-far Jr./sr. High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van-far Jr./sr. High School?
Van-far Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Van-far Jr./sr. High School offer ?
Van-far Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van-far Jr./sr. High School part of?
Van-far Jr./sr. High School is part of Van-Far R-I School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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