Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Buchanan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buchanan Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buchanan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
Buchanan Elementary School is ranked #502 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Buchanan Elementary School often compared to?
Buchanan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coolidge Elementary School, Hoover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Elementary School?
467 students attend Buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Buchanan Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchanan Elementary School?
Buchanan Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buchanan Elementary School offer ?
Buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Buchanan Elementary School part of?
Buchanan Elementary School is part of Livonia Public Schools School District.
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