Buchanan Middle School vs Ottawa Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 591 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchanan Middle School
Buchanan · Public middle · Grades 5–7
358 students
Ottawa Elementary School
Buchanan · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
230 students
| Measure | Buchanan Middle School Buchanan, Michigan | Ottawa Elementary School Buchanan, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #280 of 485 | #790 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #9290 of 15,369 | #27498 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 358 | 230 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 230 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.3% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 40% | – |
| city | Buchanan | Buchanan |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ottawa Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.6 vs 42.4).
- •Ottawa Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 62.3%).
- •Ottawa Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 19.9).
- •Buchanan Middle School is the larger school with 358 students compared with 230.
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 Buchanan Middle School better than Ottawa Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ottawa Elementary School ranks higher (46.6 vs 42.4 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 Buchanan Middle School and Ottawa Elementary School?
About 591 m in a straight line, between Buchanan and Buchanan in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Middle School: 358. Ottawa Elementary School: 230. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Middle School and Ottawa Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Buchanan Middle School is 280th of 485 and Ottawa Elementary School is 790th of 1,581 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).