Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Van Buren Elementary School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (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 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
5%
5%
White
92%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buren Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
206 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 Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buren Elementary School?
Van Buren Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Buren Elementary School offer ?
Van Buren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Buren Elementary School part of?
Van Buren Elementary School is part of RSU 88/MSAD 24 School District.
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