McDonald County High vs Van Horn High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 273 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDonald County High
Anderson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,075 students
Van Horn High
Independnce · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,067 students
| Measure | McDonald County High Anderson, Missouri | Van Horn High Independnce, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 497 | #421 of 497 |
| National rank | #10285 of 16,910 | #12991 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,075 | 1,067 |
| Enrollment | 1,075 | 1,067 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.5% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 27% |
| city | Anderson | Independnce |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonald County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 31.6).
- •McDonald County High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •McDonald County High does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 47%).
- •McDonald County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 77.9%).
- •McDonald County High does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.9).
- •McDonald County High is the larger school with 1,075 students compared with 1,067.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is McDonald County High better than Van Horn High?
On the Success Index (US), McDonald County High ranks higher (42.7 vs 31.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are McDonald County High and Van Horn High?
About 273 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Independnce in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDonald County High: 1,075. Van Horn High: 1,067. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDonald County High and Van Horn High rank in Missouri?
McDonald County High is 347th of 497 and Van Horn High is 421st of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).