Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (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
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Buren Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 3137 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buren Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Northview Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
440 students attend Van Buren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Van Buren Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buren Elementary School?
Van Buren Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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
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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