Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mid-buchanan Elementary School 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 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mid-buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mid-buchanan Elementary School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mid-buchanan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mid-buchanan Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
97%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mid-buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
Mid-buchanan Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Mid-buchanan Elementary School?
413 students attend Mid-buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mid-buchanan Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mid-buchanan Elementary School?
Mid-buchanan Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mid-buchanan Elementary School offer ?
Mid-buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mid-buchanan Elementary School part of?
Mid-buchanan Elementary School is part of Mid-Buchanan County R-V School District.
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