Serving 616 students in grades 9-12, Vashon 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vashon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vashon High School's student population of 616 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vashon 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 Vashon High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2024 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
99%
15%
White
1%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vashon High School's ranking?
Vashon High School is ranked #2024 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Vashon High School often compared to?
Vashon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumner High School, Beaumont Cte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vashon High School?
The graduation rate of Vashon High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vashon High School?
616 students attend Vashon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Vashon High School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vashon High School?
Vashon High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vashon High School offer ?
Vashon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vashon High School part of?
Vashon High School is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Vashon High School located?
Vashon High School is located in the Jeff Vander Lou neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Jeff Vander Lou.
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