Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buchanan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Buchanan Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buchanan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
94%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
Buchanan Elementary School is ranked #391 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Elementary School?
300 students attend Buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Buchanan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchanan Elementary School?
Buchanan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buchanan Elementary School offer ?
Buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchanan Elementary School part of?
Buchanan Elementary School is part of Botetourt County School District.
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