Buchanan Elementary vs Buchanan Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 312 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchanan Elementary
Branson · Public elementary · Grades K–3
578 students
Buchanan Intermediate
Branson · Public middle · Grades 4–6
465 students
| Measure | Buchanan Elementary Branson, Missouri | Buchanan Intermediate Branson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 1,159 | #86 of 392 |
| National rank | #15093 of 50,301 | #4527 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 578 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 60% |
| city | Branson | Branson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.5 vs 64.3).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 61.1%).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.1).
- •Buchanan Elementary is the larger school with 578 students compared with 465.
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 Elementary better than Buchanan Intermediate?
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 Buchanan Elementary and Buchanan Intermediate?
About 312 m in a straight line, between Branson and Branson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Elementary: 578. Buchanan Intermediate: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Elementary and Buchanan Intermediate rank in Missouri?
Buchanan Elementary is 347th of 1,159 and Buchanan Intermediate is 86th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).