For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 361 students in Van Buren, IN.
The top-ranked public school in Van Buren, IN is Eastbrook North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Van Buren, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Van Buren have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Van Buren, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastbrook North Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
504 S First St
Van Buren, IN 46991
(765) 934-3551
Van Buren, IN 46991
(765) 934-3551
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
504 S First St
Van Buren, IN 46991
(765) 934-3551
Van Buren, IN 46991
(765) 934-3551
Gr: PK | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Van Buren, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Van Buren, IN include Eastbrook North Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Van Buren?
2 public schools are located in Van Buren.
What is the racial composition of students in Van Buren?
Van Buren public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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