Serving 244 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van-far Jr./sr. High School's student population of 244 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1490 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Van-far Jr./sr. High School?
244 students attend Van-far Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Van-far Jr./sr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van-far Jr./sr. High School?
Van-far Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 2/17/2011
Had a great year full of new experiences. The school system in Germany is different to yours but I learned a lot and I will never forget it. Still wear my class-ring now and then and my t-shirt...
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