Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Buren Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1221 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
82%
20%
Black
8%
8%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buren Elementary School is ranked #1221 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
356 students attend Van Buren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Van Buren Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
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 Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Van Buren Elementary School offer ?
Van Buren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Van Buren Elementary School part of?
Van Buren Elementary School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Buren Elementary School located?
Van Buren Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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