Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Buren Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Van Buren, OH, covering approximately 48.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Buren Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
91%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buren Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Van Buren Elementary School often compared to?
Van Buren Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty-benton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
468 students attend Van Buren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Van Buren Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Buren Elementary School?
Van Buren Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Buren Elementary School offer ?
Van Buren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Buren Elementary School part of?
Van Buren Elementary School is part of Van Buren Local School District.
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