Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buchanan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Buchanan Elementary serves the southeast part of Murfreesboro, TN, covering an area of approximately 68.1 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-15 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 5.4 miles, while the furthest point is 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buchanan Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
At BES we care and share to prepare students for endless possibilities.
School Rankings
Buchanan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
Buchanan Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Buchanan Elementary School often compared to?
Buchanan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Elementary School?
475 students attend Buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Buchanan Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Buchanan Elementary School offer ?
Buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Elementary School part of?
Buchanan Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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