Serving 237 students in grades 6-8, Van Buren Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buren Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Van Buren Middle School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Van Buren Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
White
90%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Middle School's ranking?
Van Buren Middle School is ranked #886 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Van Buren Middle School often compared to?
Van Buren Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty-benton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Middle School?
237 students attend Van Buren Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Van Buren Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Buren Middle School?
Van Buren Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Buren Middle School offer ?
Van Buren Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Buren Middle School part of?
Van Buren Middle School is part of Van Buren Local School District.
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