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#7176 of 9,539 schools in CA
Van Buren Elementary
Elementary School · Stockton Unified
1628 East Tenth St., Stockton, CA 95206
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,176 of 9,539
In Stockton
#62 of 109
public schools
In district
#30 of 54
Stockton Unified
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Van Buren Elementary
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About Van Buren Elementary
Van Buren Elementary is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Stockton Unified. Van Buren Elementary serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Buren Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,176 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Van Buren Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Van Buren Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Van Buren Elementary runs 24.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
57% of students at Van Buren Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Van Buren Elementary — Students at Van Buren Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Van Buren Elementary Compares
See how Van Buren Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1628 East Tenth St., Stockton, CA 95206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Buren Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nightingale Charter (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Lewis Dolphin Stallworth Sr. Charter (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire Stockton 6-12 Secondary Academy Stockton | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Edward C. Merlo Institute of Environmental Studies Stockton | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Sacred CG Family Academy Stockton | 0.6 mi | — |
| Monroe Elementary Stockton | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary Stockton | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Nightingale Charter Stockton | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Aspire Rosa Parks Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Montezuma Elementary Stockton | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| McKinley Elementary Stockton | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| K-12 Stockton | 1.5 mi | — |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY OF STOCKTON Stockton | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. Lewis Dolphin Stallworth Sr. Charter Stockton | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| All Saints Academy of Stockton Stockton | 1.6 mi | — |
| Spanos (Alex G.) Elementary Stockton | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Edison High Stockton | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| King Elementary Stockton | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Taft Elementary Stockton | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Stockton | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Jane Frederick High Stockton | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,751
Median Home Value
$388,500
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
67,501
College Educated
10.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
31.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Buren Elementary
What grades does Van Buren Elementary serve?
Van Buren Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary?
Van Buren Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Buren Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Buren Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Buren Elementary rank in CA?
Van Buren Elementary ranks #7,176 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Van Buren Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Buren Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Van Buren Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Buren Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Van Buren Elementary a charter school?
No, Van Buren Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Buren Elementary a Title I school?
No, Van Buren Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Buren Elementary?
92.5% of students at Van Buren Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (209) 933-7305
Resources & Links
District
Stockton Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,544
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,118
- District Rank
- #30 of 54
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