Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Attendance Zone: Buchanan Co. Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Joseph, MO, covering approximately 135.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 13.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (08-09)
16 students
Showing 2000–2009. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (08-09)
3 teachers
Showing 2000–2009. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Don't let what you thought you were yesterday keep you from becoming what you're meant to be today.
School Rankings
Black
(08-09)25%
18%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
(08-09)75%
76%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch (08-09)
81%
31%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Buchanan Co. Academy often compared to?
Buchanan Co. Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carden Park Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Buchanan Co. Academy?
16 students attend Buchanan Co. Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Buchanan Co. Academy students are White, and 25% of students are Black.
What grades does Buchanan Co. Academy offer ?
Buchanan Co. Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Co. Academy part of?
Buchanan Co. Academy is part of St. Joseph School District.
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