For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,567 students in Buchanan, MI (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Buchanan, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, MI are Moccasin Elementary School, Buchanan High School and Buchanan Step Up. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buchanan, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Buchanan have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Buchanan, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moccasin Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
410 Moccasin St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8408
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8408
Gr: 2-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Buchanan High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8403
Gr: 8-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Buchanan Step Up
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Chicago St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8401
Gr: K-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Buchanan Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
610 W 4th St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8406
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8406
Gr: 5-7 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Ottawa Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
109 Ottawa St
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8409
Buchanan, MI 49107
(269) 695-8409
Gr: PK-1 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, MI include Moccasin Elementary School, Buchanan High School and Buchanan Step Up.
How many public schools are located in Buchanan?
6 public schools are located in Buchanan.
What percentage of students in Buchanan go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Buchanan are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Buchanan?
Buchanan public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Buchanan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Buchanan include: Buchanan Step Up vs. Buchanan Virtual Academy, Buchanan Step Up vs. Buchanan High School, Buchanan Virtual Academy vs. Buchanan Step Up
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