Serving 262 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (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 262 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van-far Jr./sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van-far Jr./sr. High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1799 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
86%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
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 #1799 out of 2,084 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
262 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, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van-far Jr./sr. High School offer ?
Van-far Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
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...
Love from Germany Nici ( 1981/'82 )
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