Buchanan Primary School serves 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Attendance Zone: Buchanan Primary School serves the northeast part of Buchanan, GA, covering an area of approximately 145.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buchanan Primary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
School Motto
We are RESPONSIBLE. We are RESPECTFUL. We are RELIABLE. WE ARE THE REBELS!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buchanan Primary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Buchanan Primary School often compared to?
Buchanan Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jones Elementary School, Tallapoosa Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Buchanan Primary School?
476 students attend Buchanan Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Buchanan Primary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan Primary School?
Buchanan Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buchanan Primary School offer ?
Buchanan Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Primary School part of?
Buchanan Primary School is part of Haralson County School District.
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