Serving 488 students in grades 4-6, Buchanan Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buchanan Intermediate's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buchanan Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Intermediate is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#375 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
83%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Intermediate's ranking?
Buchanan Intermediate is ranked #375 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Buchanan Intermediate often compared to?
Buchanan Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Ridge Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Intermediate?
488 students attend Buchanan Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Buchanan Intermediate students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchanan Intermediate?
Buchanan Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buchanan Intermediate offer ?
Buchanan Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Buchanan Intermediate part of?
Buchanan Intermediate is part of Branson R-IV School District.
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