Serving 354 students in grades 7-12, Van Buren County Community Middle & High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren County Community Middle & High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#613 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
White
95%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren County Community Middle & High School's ranking?
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School is ranked #613 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Buren County Community Middle & High School?
The graduation rate of Van Buren County Community Middle & High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Van Buren County Community Middle & High School?
354 students attend Van Buren County Community Middle & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Van Buren County Community Middle & High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Buren County Community Middle & High School?
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Buren County Community Middle & High School offer ?
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Buren County Community Middle & High School part of?
Van Buren County Community Middle & High School is part of Van Buren County Comm School District.
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