Alma High School vs Van Buren High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma High School
Alma · Public high · Grades 9–12
981 students
Van Buren High School
Van Buren · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,232 students
| Measure | Alma High School Alma, Arkansas | Van Buren High School Van Buren, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 276 | #109 of 276 |
| National rank | #8065 of 16,910 | #9248 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 981 | 1,232 |
| Enrollment | 981 | 1,232 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 57.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 34% |
| city | Alma | Van Buren |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alma High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 46.8).
- •Alma High School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Van Buren High School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Alma High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 57.9%).
- •Alma High School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 10.7).
- •Van Buren High School is the larger school with 1,232 students compared with 981.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alma High School better than Van Buren High School?
On the Success Index (US), Alma High School ranks higher (51.2 vs 46.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alma High School and Van Buren High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Alma and Van Buren in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alma High School: 981. Van Buren High School: 1,232. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alma High School and Van Buren High School rank in Arkansas?
Alma High School is 80th of 276 and Van Buren High School is 109th of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).