Van Buren Public Schools
4,273 Students
8 Schools
District Overview
Van Buren Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district anchored at 555 W. Columbia Ave in Belleville, Michigan. Situated in a vibrant suburban setting within the greater Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metropolitan area, the district oversees eight operational school facilities that provide a seamless educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, along with specialized ungraded educational programming. As a dedicated pillar of the local community, the district focuses on delivering comprehensive academic opportunities, social-emotional development, and college-and-career preparation across its campuses.
Drawing from the 2024–2025 national public education dataset, Van Buren Public Schools serves a student body of 4,273 learners, reflecting a rich multicultural demographic composed largely of Black, White, multiracial, and Hispanic students. To support this student population, the district maintains a workforce of over 1,145 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes approximately 491 full-time equivalent teachers, nearly 25 instructional aides, and more than 629 support staff personnel, ensuring that students receive individualized instruction, classroom assistance, and comprehensive support services throughout their educational journey.
Drawing from the 2024–2025 national public education dataset, Van Buren Public Schools serves a student body of 4,273 learners, reflecting a rich multicultural demographic composed largely of Black, White, multiracial, and Hispanic students. To support this student population, the district maintains a workforce of over 1,145 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes approximately 491 full-time equivalent teachers, nearly 25 instructional aides, and more than 629 support staff personnel, ensuring that students receive individualized instruction, classroom assistance, and comprehensive support services throughout their educational journey.
8
Total Schools
4,273
Total Students
491.4
Full-Time Teachers
8.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,817 |
| Hispanic | 246 |
| Black | 1,871 |
| Asian | 34 |
| Two or More | 288 |
| American Indian | 12 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Black1,871 (43.8%)
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White1,817 (42.5%)
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Two or More288 (6.7%)
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Hispanic246 (5.8%)
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Asian34 (0.8%)
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American Indian12 (0.3%)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 4 |
| Middle | 2 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 8 |
| Students: | 4,273* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 491.4* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.7 |
Schools in Van Buren Public Schools
Found 8 Schools
1,669 Students
High School 7th - 12th
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
358 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
561 Students
Middle School 6th - 9th
575 Students
Middle School 4th - 6th
313 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
342 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
388 Students
Elementary School K - 4th