Van Buren High School is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 10 through 12 in Van Buren, Arkansas, United States. It is the sole high school administered by the Van Buren School District.
Serving 1,228 students in grades 10-12, Van Buren High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Buren High School's student population of 1,228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Buren High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
63%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pointer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren High School's ranking?
Van Buren High School is ranked #527 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Van Buren High School often compared to?
Van Buren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma High School, Cedarville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Buren High School?
The graduation rate of Van Buren High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Van Buren High School?
1,228 students attend Van Buren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Van Buren High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buren High School?
Van Buren High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Buren High School offer ?
Van Buren High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Buren High School part of?
Van Buren High School is part of Van Buren School District.
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