Serving 1,047 students in grades 9-12, Van Horn 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 9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Horn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Van Horn High School's student population of 1,047 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Horn 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 Horn High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1891 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
38%
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
37%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
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 Van Horn High School's ranking?
Van Horn High School is ranked #1891 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Van Horn High School often compared to?
Van Horn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Truman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Horn High School?
The graduation rate of Van Horn High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Van Horn High School?
1,047 students attend Van Horn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Van Horn High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Horn High School?
Van Horn High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Horn High School offer ?
Van Horn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Van Horn High School part of?
Van Horn High School is part of Independence 30 School District.
School Reviews
4 11/8/2021
Honestly a nice place. very diverse and a handful of nice teachers.-> Mrs. Cox is the best teacher
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