Buchanan High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Buchanan, Michigan, United States. The school serves grades 8-12 and is part of the Buchanan Community Schools district. The school and the community it serves is named after James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States.
Serving 524 students in grades 8-12, Buchanan High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buchanan High School's student population of 524 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Motto
To develop responsible, resilient, creative citizens capable of succeeding in a global society.
School Rankings
Buchanan High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan High School's ranking?
Buchanan High School is ranked #866 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Buchanan High School often compared to?
Buchanan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandywine Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buchanan High School?
The graduation rate of Buchanan High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Buchanan High School?
524 students attend Buchanan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Buchanan High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan High School?
Buchanan High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buchanan High School offer ?
Buchanan High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan High School part of?
Buchanan High School is part of Buchanan Community Schools School District.
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