Branch Line School vs Buchanan Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 356 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branch Line School
Livonia · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
141 students
Buchanan Elementary School
Livonia · Public elementary · Grades K–4
483 students
| Measure | Branch Line School Livonia, Michigan | Buchanan Elementary School Livonia, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #934 of 1,581 | #415 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #32031 of 50,301 | #16630 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 141 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 141 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 20.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 57% |
| city | Livonia | Livonia |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buchanan Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 39.8).
- •Buchanan Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Buchanan Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Buchanan Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.5% vs 48.9%).
- •Buchanan Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 20.1).
- •Buchanan Elementary School is the larger school with 483 students compared with 141.
- •Branch Line School is a charter school while Buchanan Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Branch Line School better than Buchanan Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Buchanan Elementary School ranks higher (62.2 vs 39.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Branch Line School and Buchanan Elementary School?
About 356 m in a straight line, between Livonia and Livonia in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Branch Line School: 141. Buchanan Elementary School: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Branch Line School and Buchanan Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Branch Line School is 934th of 1,581 and Buchanan Elementary School is 415th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).