Excellent
#299 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 13% in state
Van Buren Elem.
Elementary School · VAN BUREN R-I
PO BOX 550, Van Buren, MO 63965
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#299 of 2,221
In Van Buren
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
VAN BUREN R-I
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Van Buren Elem.
Elementary School in Van Buren · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Van Buren Elem.
Van Buren Elem. is a public elementary school in Van Buren, MO, part of VAN BUREN R-I. Van Buren Elem. serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Buren Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #299 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Van Buren Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Van Buren Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Van Buren Elem. — Students at Van Buren Elem. score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Van Buren Elem. Compares
See how Van Buren Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 550, Van Buren, MO 63965
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Buren Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE (rated 8.2/10, 28.1 miles away, in nearby Doniphan), with a very similar rating. Another option is EMINENCE ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Eminence), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WINONA ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Winona), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Van Buren, see our Van Buren schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VAN BUREN HIGH Van Buren | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ELLINGTON ELEMENTARY Ellington | 16.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Ellington | 16.7 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore | 15.5 mi | 4.4 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II HIGH Ellsinore | 15.5 mi | 7.5 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II MIDDLE Ellsinore | 15.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ABM MINISTRIES-LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Piedmont | 16.9 mi | — |
| WINONA HIGH Winona | 17.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WINONA ELEM. Winona | 17.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CLEARWATER ELEMENTARY Piedmont | 20.9 mi | 4.9 |
| VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Piedmont | 21.9 mi | — |
| CLEARWATER HIGH Piedmont | 21.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CLEARWATER MIDDLE Piedmont | 21.8 mi | 3.9 |
| EMINENCE HIGH Eminence | 21.8 mi | 7.7 |
| EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence | 22.4 mi | 7.9 |
| RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Doniphan | 26.9 mi | 5.2 |
| RIPLEY CO. ELEM. Gatewood | 28.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CURRENT RIVER SCHOOL Doniphan | 28.0 mi | — |
| DONIPHAN HIGH Doniphan | 28.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DONIPHAN INTERMEDIATE Doniphan | 28.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,068
Median Home Value
$118,800
Median Rent
$554/mo
Population
2,433
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
57.7%
Poverty Rate
30.9%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISSETT ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| HIGH RIDGE ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 8.1 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Buren Elem.
What grades does Van Buren Elem. serve?
Van Buren Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Van Buren Elem.?
Van Buren Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Buren Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Buren Elem. is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Buren Elem. rank in MO?
Van Buren Elem. ranks #299 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Van Buren Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Van Buren Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Buren Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Van Buren Elem. a charter school?
No, Van Buren Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Buren Elem. a Title I school?
No, Van Buren Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Buren Elem.?
66.9% of students at Van Buren Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Carter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (573) 323-4266
Resources & Links
District
VAN BUREN R-I- District Enrollment
- 513
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,120
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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