Bolivar Primary vs Buchanan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 103 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bolivar Primary
Bolivar · Public elementary · Grades K–2
578 students
Buchanan Elementary
Branson · Public elementary · Grades K–3
578 students
| Measure | Bolivar Primary Bolivar, Missouri | Buchanan Elementary Branson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #360 of 1,159 | #347 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #15575 of 50,301 | #15093 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 578 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.6% | 61.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 62% |
| city | Bolivar | Branson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.8 vs 64.5).
- •Bolivar Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.6% vs 61.1%).
- •Bolivar Primary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.8).
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 Bolivar Primary better than Buchanan Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bolivar Primary and Buchanan Elementary?
About 103 km in a straight line, between Bolivar and Branson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bolivar Primary: 578. Buchanan Elementary: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bolivar Primary and Buchanan Elementary rank in Missouri?
Bolivar Primary is 360th of 1,159 and Buchanan Elementary is 347th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).