Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, Vandalia Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Vandalia Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Vandalia Community High School's student population of 380 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Vandalia Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandalia Community High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2357 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Vandalia Community High School's ranking?
Vandalia Community High School is ranked #2357 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Vandalia Community High School often compared to?
Vandalia Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Elmo Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vandalia Community High School?
The graduation rate of Vandalia Community High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vandalia Community High School?
380 students attend Vandalia Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Vandalia Community High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandalia Community High School?
Vandalia Community High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vandalia Community High School offer ?
Vandalia Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vandalia Community High School part of?
Vandalia Community High School is part of Vandalia Community Unit School District 203.
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