Serving 479 students in grades 4-6, Buchanan Intermediate 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 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Buchanan Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Buchanan Intermediate's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Community Committed to Learning
Buchanan Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Intermediate is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Buchanan Intermediate's ranking?
Buchanan Intermediate is ranked #278 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Buchanan Intermediate often compared to?
Buchanan Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Ridge Intermediate, Hollister Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Intermediate?
479 students attend Buchanan Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Buchanan Intermediate students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan Intermediate?
Buchanan Intermediate has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buchanan Intermediate offer ?
Buchanan Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Intermediate part of?
Buchanan Intermediate is part of Branson R-IV School District.
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