VAN HIGH SCHOOL

VAN H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the VAN ISD school district, located in VAN, TX with about 807 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 52 teachers, VAN H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Based on public educational data, **Van High School** is a public secondary school located in Van, Texas, serving students in grades 9 through 12 as part of the Van Independent School District (VISD). Situated in Van Zandt County, the school serves as the central high school for the local community, emphasizing a balance between academic achievement and extracurricular engagement. The school is known for its strong community ties and a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success through a variety of core curriculum offerings and elective programs.

Beyond its standard academic requirements, Van High School is recognized for its active school spirit and participation in University Interscholastic League (UIL) activities. The school offers a range of athletic programs, fine arts, and career and technical education (CTE) pathways designed to provide students with practical skills for the modern workforce. By fostering a supportive small-town environment, the school aims to cultivate both personal development and community responsibility among its student body.

For more information, contact VAN H S at (903) 963-8623 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

985 N MAPLE
VAN, TX 75790-0697
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VAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in VAN, TX with about 807 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
VAN ISD
Total Students:
807
Teachers:
52.27
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 807 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending VAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
75.6%
Hispanic/Latino
18.5%
Black or African American
2.7%
Two or more races
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Asian
0.2%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.