Needs Improvement
#2189 of 2,221 schools in MO
Vashon High
High School · ST. LOUIS CITY
3035 CASS AVE, St. Louis, MO 63106
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,189 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#187 of 193
public schools
In district
#62 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
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About Vashon High
Vashon High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Vashon High serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vashon High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,189 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Vashon High show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
73% of students at Vashon High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Vashon High — Students at Vashon High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Vashon High Compares
See how Vashon High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3035 CASS AVE, St. Louis, MO 63106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vashon High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MAP ST. LOUIS (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACAD MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| GATEWAY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| CARR LANE VPA MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| NORTH SIDE COMMUNITY-GRAND CTR St. Louis | 0.8 mi | — |
| JANAN ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| MUHAMMAD ISLAMIC ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | — |
| GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR St. Louis | 0.8 mi | — |
| BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| KIPP INSPIRE ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | — |
| LOYOLA ACADEMY OF ST LOUIS St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MAP ST. LOUIS St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,475
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
7,742
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
11.9%
Poverty Rate
41%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH Mount Vernon, MO | 3.2 |
| WRIGHT CITY HIGH Wright City, MO | 3.3 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis, MO | 3.4 |
| MEXICO HIGH Mexico, MO | 3.4 |
| PERRYVILLE SR. HIGH Perryville, MO | 3.5 |
| SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vashon High
What grades does Vashon High serve?
Vashon High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Vashon High?
Vashon High has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vashon High?
The student-teacher ratio at Vashon High is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vashon High rank in MO?
Vashon High ranks #2,189 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Vashon High's MySchoolScout rating?
Vashon High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Vashon High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vashon High has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vashon High a charter school?
No, Vashon High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vashon High a Title I school?
No, Vashon High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vashon High?
100.0% of students at Vashon High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.6%
- Phone
- (314) 533-9487
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #62 of 63
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