Buchanan Elementary vs Cedar Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchanan Elementary
Branson · Public elementary · Grades K–3
578 students
Cedar Ridge Elementary
Branson · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
517 students
| Measure | Buchanan Elementary Branson, Missouri | Cedar Ridge Elementary Branson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 1,159 | #594 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #15093 of 50,301 | #23011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 578 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.1% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 58% |
| city | Branson | Branson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buchanan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.5 vs 53.0).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.1% vs 77.6%).
- •Buchanan Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 12.9).
- •Buchanan Elementary is the larger school with 578 students compared with 517.
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 Cedar Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buchanan Elementary ranks higher (64.5 vs 53.0 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 Elementary and Cedar Ridge Elementary?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Branson and Branson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Elementary: 578. Cedar Ridge Elementary: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Elementary and Cedar Ridge Elementary rank in Missouri?
Buchanan Elementary is 347th of 1,159 and Cedar Ridge Elementary is 594th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).