VAN BUREN HIGH SCHOOL

VAN BUREN HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the VAN BUREN R-I school district, located in VAN BUREN, MO with about 222 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 19 teachers, VAN BUREN HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 HIGH School, located at 202 W. College in Van Buren, Missouri, serves as a central educational hub for the local community. Situated in the heart of the Ozarks, the school operates as part of the Van Buren R-I School District. As a small-town institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic development and the personal growth of its students, often leveraging its close-knit community atmosphere to provide individualized attention and extracurricular opportunities.

The school is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and integrating technology into the classroom, VAN BUREN HIGH strives to equip its student body with the essential skills needed in a modern economy. Through its official web portal, the school provides parents and community members with ongoing access to school calendars, academic resources, and administrative updates, reflecting its commitment to transparent and collaborative communication.

For more information, contact VAN BUREN HIGH at (573) 323-4295 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.