Serving 465 students in grades 4-6, Buchanan Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buchanan Intermediate serves the northern part of the Branson, MO school district, covering an area of approximately 73.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge being about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buchanan Intermediate's student population of 465 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Community Committed to Learning
School Rankings
Buchanan Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Intermediate is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Intermediate's ranking?
Buchanan Intermediate is ranked #278 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Buchanan Intermediate often compared to?
Buchanan Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Ridge Intermediate, Hollister Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Intermediate?
465 students attend Buchanan Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Buchanan Intermediate students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan Intermediate?
Buchanan Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buchanan Intermediate offer ?
Buchanan Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Intermediate part of?
Buchanan Intermediate is part of Branson R-IV School District.
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