VASHON HIGH SCHOOL

VASHON HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the ST. LOUIS CITY school district, located in ST LOUIS, MO with about 422 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, VASHON HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

VASHON HIGH School, located at 3035 Cass Avenue in the Midtown area of St. Louis, Missouri, is a historic institution with a legacy deeply rooted in the African American community. Established in 1927, it was named after George L. Vashon, a noted educator and abolitionist. Throughout its history, the school has served as a cultural and academic cornerstone for St. Louis, playing a pivotal role in the lives of generations of students and maintaining a strong sense of pride and tradition within the city’s educational landscape.

Academically and athletically, Vashon is perhaps most famous for its storied basketball program, which has earned numerous state championships and produced various collegiate and professional athletes, helping the school maintain a high profile in Missouri sports. The current facility, which replaced the original structure, continues to serve as a vital center for the community. It offers a comprehensive public high school curriculum dedicated to preparing students for higher education and career paths, while actively working to foster an environment of academic growth and student achievement within the St. Louis Public School District.

For more information, contact VASHON HIGH at (314) 533-9487 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.