Best Schools in Van Buren, Maine
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Van Buren by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Van Buren District Secondary Sch
High · Rsu 88/msad 24. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Van Buren Elementary School
Elementary · Rsu 88/msad 24. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$94,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$94,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Van Buren
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Van Buren District Secondary Sch | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Van Buren Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $38,542
- Median home value
- $94,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Van Buren compares
Median household income
$39k
54% of Maine median
About Schools in Van Buren, Maine
Van Buren, Maine is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Van Buren show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Van Buren is Van Buren District Secondary Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Van Buren is served by 1 school district: RSU 88/MSAD 24. These districts collectively serve 260 students.
Van Buren's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $38,542. The poverty rate in the area is 22.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 206 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Van Buren
Van Buren, Maine · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$38,542
Median Home Value
$94,300
Median Rent
$596/mo
Population
2,018
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
68%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Community Profile
Van Buren has a median household income of $38,542. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,300, with a median rent of $596/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Van Buren, Maine
How many schools are in Van Buren, Maine?
Van Buren has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Van Buren, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Van Buren is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Van Buren, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Van Buren on MySchoolScout is Van Buren District Secondary Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Van Buren, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Van Buren on MySchoolScout is Van Buren Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Van Buren, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Van Buren on MySchoolScout is Van Buren District Secondary Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Van Buren, Maine?
Van Buren is served by 1 school district: Rsu 88/msad 24.
What is the education level in Van Buren, Maine?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Van Buren have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Van Buren, Maine?
The median household income in Van Buren is approximately $38,542 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Van Buren, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Van Buren is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Van Buren, Maine?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maine Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.