For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 102 students in Buchanan, ND.
The top-ranked public school in Buchanan, ND is Pingree-buchanan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buchanan, ND public school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Buchanan have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Buchanan, ND (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pingree-buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
208 3rd Ave
Buchanan, ND 58420
(701) 252-4653
Buchanan, ND 58420
(701) 252-4653
Gr: PK-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, ND include Pingree-buchanan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Buchanan?
1 public schools are located in Buchanan.
What is the racial composition of students in Buchanan?
Buchanan public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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