Below Average
#3850 of 4,742 schools in NY
Van Buren Elementary School
Elementary School · BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
14 FORD ST, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,850 of 4,742
In Baldwinsville
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Van Buren Elementary School
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About Van Buren Elementary School
Van Buren Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baldwinsville, NY, part of BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Buren Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Buren Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,850 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Van Buren Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Van Buren Elementary School — Students at Van Buren Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.2/10.
How Van Buren Elementary School Compares
See how Van Buren Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14 FORD ST, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Buren Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is L PEARL PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELMCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Liverpool), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baldwinsville, see our Baldwinsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,369
Median Home Value
$226,500
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
35,233
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
42.1
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| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 4.6 |
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| CAIRO-DURHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cairo, NY | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Buren Elementary School
What grades does Van Buren Elementary School serve?
Van Buren Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
Van Buren Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Buren Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Buren Elementary School is 15.5:1. 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 School rank in NY?
Van Buren Elementary School ranks #3,850 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Van Buren Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Buren Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Buren Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Van Buren Elementary School a charter school?
No, Van Buren Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Buren Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Van Buren Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Buren Elementary School?
30.2% of students at Van Buren Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (315) 638-6121
Resources & Links
District
BALDWINSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,496
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,847
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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