Serving 11 students in grades 7-12, Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center's student population of 11 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3126 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
55%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center's ranking?
Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center is ranked #3126 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center?
11 students attend Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center students are White, 36% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center offer ?
Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center part of?
Van Zandt Co Youth Multi-service Center is part of Grand Saline Independent School District.
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