Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Van Buren Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Buren Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to Success
School Rankings
Van Buren Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buren Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8753 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buren Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buren Elementary School is ranked #8753 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Van Buren Elementary School often compared to?
Van Buren Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Andrew Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Buren Elementary School?
468 students attend Van Buren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Van Buren Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buren Elementary School?
Van Buren Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Buren Elementary School offer ?
Van Buren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Van Buren Elementary School part of?
Van Buren Elementary School is part of Jurupa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Buren Elementary School located?
Van Buren Elementary School is located in the Mira Loma neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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