Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- 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 487 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (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 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#455 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH 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 #455 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
487 students attend Van Buren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Van Buren Elementary School students are White, 3% 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 16:1, 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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