VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Van Buren Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Van Buren Local school district, located in Van Buren, OH with about 479 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Van Buren Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Van Buren Elementary School is a public school located in the village of Van Buren, Ohio, serving students in the Van Buren Local School District. As a key component of the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational education in a small-town environment, emphasizing academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It is typically recognized for fostering a close-knit school culture where teachers and staff work to meet the individual needs of their elementary-aged students.

The school is part of a district known for its strong community support and commitment to academic excellence within Hancock County. Beyond core academic subjects like mathematics, reading, and science, Van Buren Elementary often integrates extracurricular activities and programs designed to help students build social-emotional skills. By maintaining a focus on a supportive and structured learning environment, the school aims to prepare its young students for a successful transition into the district’s middle and high school programs.

For more information, contact Van Buren Elementary School at (419) 299-3416 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.