Vandalia Cusd 203 School District
School District · Vandalia, Illinois
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,272
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,272
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Evaluating Vandalia Cusd 203?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Vandalia Cusd 203 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Vandalia Junior High School
Vandalia · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Vandalia Elementary School
Vandalia · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Vandalia Community High School
Vandalia · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Illinois rank
#205 of 637
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Illinois avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,272
$1,418 vs Illinois median
District size
1,460 students
Larger than Illinois median
The short answer
Vandalia Cusd 203 ranks #205 of 637 Illinois districts by overall school rating. Vandalia Cusd 203's schools with real test data average 6.9/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Vandalia Junior High School (7.8/10), Vandalia Elementary School (7.2/10), and Vandalia Community High School (5.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Vandalia Cusd 203
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vandalia Junior High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Vandalia Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Vandalia Community High School | 5.6 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Vandalia Cusd 203
Vandalia Cusd 203 is a Vandalia, Illinois school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,460 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. The district invests $15,272 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Vandalia Cusd 203 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Vandalia Junior High School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Vandalia Cusd 203 students show an average math proficiency of 32.7% and ELA proficiency of 32.2%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Vandalia Cusd 203, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Vandalia Cusd 203 with test data.
Schools in Vandalia Cusd 203
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Illinois
- City
- Vandalia
- Total Enrollment
- 1,460
- Teachers (FTE)
- 116
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Vandalia Cusd 203?
Vandalia Cusd 203 has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Vandalia Cusd 203?
The average composite rating for Vandalia Cusd 203 is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Vandalia Cusd 203?
Vandalia Cusd 203 spends $15,272 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vandalia Cusd 203?
The average student-teacher ratio in Vandalia Cusd 203 is 12.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Vandalia Cusd 203?
Vandalia Junior High School is the highest-rated school in Vandalia Cusd 203 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Vandalia Cusd 203?
Across schools in Vandalia Cusd 203 with test data, the average math proficiency is 32.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 32.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Vandalia Cusd 203 compare to other districts in Illinois?
Vandalia Cusd 203 has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Illinois by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 32.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 32.2%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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