VAN-FAR R-I

Located along 2200 W. Hwy 54 in Vandalia, Missouri, the VAN-FAR R-I School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a rural remote community within the broader Mexico, MO area. Operating two school campuses, the district delivers a seamless educational pathway for local children, offering comprehensive programming that spans from early childhood pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade graduation. As an independent local education agency, VAN-FAR R-I provides a close-knit, supportive learning environment designed to foster academic growth and community connection throughout a student’s entire academic journey.

According to national dataset figures for the 2024–2025 school year, VAN-FAR R-I serves a student population of 571 enrolled learners, maintaining an even gender balance of 290 female and 281 male students. The district's student body includes 479 White, 53 multiracial, 22 Black, and 17 Hispanic students, with steady class sizes across grade levels—ranging from 27 pre-kindergarten students to high school cohorts averaging over 40 students per grade. To support student development and administrative operations, the district employs a total staffing context of approximately 152 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated team includes 102 FTE teachers, 13 instructional aides, and 37 support staff members, ensuring students receive attentive instruction, strong classroom support, and personal guidance across both district facilities.