Serving 179 students in grades 6-12, Viburnum 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Viburnum High serves the entire school district in Viburnum, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 291.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Viburnum High School's student population of 179 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Viburnum 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 Viburnum High School is 0.08, 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
#1496 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viburnum High School's ranking?
Viburnum High School is ranked #1496 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Viburnum High School?
The graduation rate of Viburnum High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Viburnum High School?
179 students attend Viburnum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Viburnum High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viburnum High School?
Viburnum High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Viburnum High School offer ?
Viburnum High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Viburnum High School part of?
Viburnum High School is part of Iron County C-4 School District.
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