Serving 157 students in grades 6-12, Van Junior/senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Junior/senior High School's student population of 157 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Van Junior/senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Junior/senior High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Van Junior/senior High School is ranked #533 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Van Junior/senior High School often compared to?
Van Junior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman High School, Scott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Van Junior/senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Van Junior/senior High School?
157 students attend Van Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Van Junior/senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Junior/senior High School?
Van Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Junior/senior High School offer ?
Van Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Junior/senior High School part of?
Van Junior/senior High School is part of Boone County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Fantastic School. Known for outstanding baseball and football programs throughout the years but also for small school atmosphere resulting in high test scores, low teacher-pupil ratio, personal one on one attention and great teachers.
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