Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Buchanan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Buchanan Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
298 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
East Buchanan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Buchanan Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1001 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
n/a
8%

Black
1%
15%

White
96%
68%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
East Buchanan Elementary School is ranked #1001 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are East Buchanan Elementary School often compared to?
East Buchanan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewartsville Elementary School, Lathrop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend East Buchanan Elementary School?
298 students attend East Buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of East Buchanan Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Buchanan Elementary School?
East Buchanan Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Buchanan Elementary School offer ?
East Buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Buchanan Elementary School part of?
East Buchanan Elementary School is part of East Buchanan County C-1 School District.
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