Buchanan County Success Center (Closed 2012)

2349 Jamestown Ave
Independence, IA 50644
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Buchanan County Success Center serves 40 students in grades 9-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
5%
7%
White
85%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
15%
0.27
(10-11)
≥50%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Buchanan County Success Center?
The graduation rate of Buchanan County Success Center is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 86%.
How many students attend Buchanan County Success Center?
40 students attend Buchanan County Success Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Buchanan County Success Center students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan County Success Center?
Buchanan County Success Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buchanan County Success Center offer ?
Buchanan County Success Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Buchanan County Success Center part of?
Buchanan County Success Center is part of Independence Community School District.

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