Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Buren Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Nashville, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 112.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone reaching up to 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Van Buren Elementary School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
92%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
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)22.4%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buren Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
210 students attend Van Buren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Van Buren Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Buren Elementary School?
Van Buren Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Van Buren Elementary School offer ?
Van Buren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Buren Elementary School part of?
Van Buren Elementary School is part of Brown County School Corporation School District.
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