Very Good
#2867 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 34% in state
Van Horn School
School · CULBERSON COUNTY-ALLAMOORE ISD
P O BOX 899, Van Horn, TX 79855
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#2,867 of 8,552
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Van Horn School
Van Horn School is a public school in Van Horn, TX, part of CULBERSON COUNTY-ALLAMOORE ISD. Van Horn School serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Horn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,867 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Van Horn School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Van Horn School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Van Horn School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
47% of students at Van Horn School 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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Van Horn School — Students at Van Horn School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Van Horn School Compares
See how Van Horn School 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
P O BOX 899, Van Horn, TX 79855
Nearby Schools
1 within 37.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALENTINE SCHOOL Valentine | 37.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,190
Median Home Value
$84,500
Median Rent
$971/mo
Population
2,159
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
75.4%
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
47.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Horn School
What grades does Van Horn School serve?
Van Horn School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Van Horn School?
Van Horn School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Horn School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Horn School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Horn School rank in TX?
Van Horn School ranks #2,867 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Van Horn School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Horn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Van Horn School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Horn School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Van Horn School a charter school?
No, Van Horn School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Horn School a Title I school?
No, Van Horn School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Horn School?
79.4% of students at Van Horn School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Culberson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.6%
- Phone
- (432) 283-2245
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
CULBERSON COUNTY-ALLAMOORE ISD- District Enrollment
- 393
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,240
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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