Serving 191 students in grades 6-12, Viburnum High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Viburnum High School's student population of 191 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Viburnum High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viburnum High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1496 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viburnum High School's ranking?
Viburnum High School is ranked #1496 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Viburnum High School?
The graduation rate of Viburnum High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Viburnum High School?
191 students attend Viburnum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Viburnum High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viburnum High School?
Viburnum High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Viburnum High School offer ?
Viburnum High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Viburnum High School part of?
Viburnum High School is part of Iron County C-4 School District.
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