From Buchanan Middle School, "Buchanan Middle’s STEM Academy in North Tampa is the only middle school in our district to immerse students in Bioengineering. An original district STEM Academies--Science, Technology, Engineering and Math—our program teaches students to use traditional engineering techniques to solve problems in the field of medicine. STEM students are grouped together all three years with the same core teachers. We offer high school credit courses in Engineering, Spanish, Math and Science--including chances to earn Industry Certifications in Technology. We offer the Tutor-A-bull program to provide academic support with University of South Florida tutors. Buchanan Middle, where our students are engineering a successful future."
Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Buchanan Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buchanan Middle School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buchanan Middle School's student population of 928 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buchanan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3298 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
9%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Middle School's ranking?
Buchanan Middle School is ranked #3298 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Buchanan Middle School often compared to?
Buchanan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunlake Academy Of Math And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Middle School?
928 students attend Buchanan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Buchanan Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan Middle School?
Buchanan Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buchanan Middle School offer ?
Buchanan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Middle School part of?
Buchanan Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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