Serving 549 students in grades 6-8, James Buchanan MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Buchanan MiddleSchool's student population of 549 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Buchanan MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Buchanan MiddleSchool is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1740 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Buchanan MiddleSchool's ranking?
James Buchanan MiddleSchool is ranked #1740 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend James Buchanan MiddleSchool?
549 students attend James Buchanan MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of James Buchanan MiddleSchool students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Buchanan MiddleSchool?
James Buchanan MiddleSchool has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Buchanan MiddleSchool offer ?
James Buchanan MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James Buchanan MiddleSchool part of?
James Buchanan MiddleSchool is part of Tuscarora SD School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
My daughter is in 6th grade and is enjoying her classes and teachers
5 8/17/2011
i highly recommend this school because the teachers are amazing and the programs are outstunding and they cool and they work one on one with you
5 11/29/2010
i am an eighth grader at James Buchanan Middle school and I believe it is the best school around! They offer many extracurricular activites and we have a wonderful arts program. Our principal and assistant principal both greatly love their jobs and support us students like we are their own children. If your looking for a great public school in the Tuscarora District I HIGHLY recommend JBMS! JBMS proud!
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