Serving 1,232 students in grades 10-12, Van Buren High School ranks in the bottom 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Buren High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Van Buren, AR, encompassing approximately 114.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
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Attribute
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Graduation Rate
School Overview
Van Buren High School's student population of 1,232 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,232 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Buren High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
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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 #561 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 39% AR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Buren High School?
The graduation rate of Van Buren High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Van Buren High School?
1,232 students attend Van Buren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Van Buren High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 14:1.
What grades does Van Buren High School offer ?
Van Buren High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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