Serving 1,139 students in grades 10-12, Van Buren High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Buren High School's student population of 1,139 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Buren High School ranks within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
2%
20%
White
66%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren High School's ranking?
Van Buren High School is ranked #477 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Van Buren High School often compared to?
Van Buren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma High School, Cedarville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Buren High School?
The graduation rate of Van Buren High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Van Buren High School?
1,139 students attend Van Buren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Van Buren High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buren High School?
Van Buren High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Buren High School offer ?
Van Buren High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Buren High School part of?
Van Buren High School is part of Van Buren School District.
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