Van Buren High School is a public high school in Van Buren, Ohio, the only high school in the Van Buren Local Schools district. They are a member of the Blanchard Valley Conference.
Serving 347 students in grades 9-12, Van Buren High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Van Buren High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Van Buren school district, covering approximately 48.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Van Buren High School's student population of 347 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Van Buren High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren High School is 0.21, 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
#596 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kylo The Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren High School's ranking?
Van Buren High School is ranked #596 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Van Buren High School often compared to?
Van Buren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Findlay High School, Liberty-benton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Buren High School?
The graduation rate of Van Buren High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Van Buren High School?
347 students attend Van Buren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Van Buren High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Buren High School?
Van Buren High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Buren High School offer ?
Van Buren High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Buren High School part of?
Van Buren High School is part of Van Buren Local School District.
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