Serving 522 students in grades 4-8, Vandalia Junior 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandalia Junior High School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vandalia Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.17, 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
#1779 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandalia Junior High School's ranking?
Vandalia Junior High School is ranked #1779 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Vandalia Junior High School often compared to?
Vandalia Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brownstown Jr High School, St. Elmo Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Vandalia Junior High School?
522 students attend Vandalia Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vandalia Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandalia Junior High School?
Vandalia Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vandalia Junior High School offer ?
Vandalia Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Vandalia Junior High School part of?
Vandalia Junior High School is part of Vandalia CUSD 203 School District.
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