Serving 152 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 32%). 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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (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 152 students has declined by 32% 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
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Van Junior/senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Junior/senior High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Junior/senior High School's ranking?
Van Junior/senior High School is ranked #521 out of 627 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 Scott High School, Sherman 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 32% 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 60-79%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Van Junior/senior High School?
152 students attend Van Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Van Junior/senior High School students are White, 4% 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 District.
School Reviews
5 4/22/2008
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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