Buchanan Intermediate vs Buffalo Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 103 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buchanan Intermediate
Branson · Public middle · Grades 4–6
465 students
Buffalo Middle
Buffalo · Public middle · Grades 5–8
466 students
| Measure | Buchanan Intermediate Branson, Missouri | Buffalo Middle Buffalo, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 392 | #329 of 392 |
| National rank | #4527 of 15,369 | #11845 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 465 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 20% |
| city | Branson | Buffalo |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buchanan Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.3 vs 30.4).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on math proficiency (60% vs 20%).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 31%).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 60.3%).
- •Buffalo Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.1).
- •Buffalo Middle is the larger school with 466 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 Intermediate better than Buffalo Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Buchanan Intermediate ranks higher (64.3 vs 30.4 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 Intermediate and Buffalo Middle?
About 103 km in a straight line, between Branson and Buffalo in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Intermediate: 465. Buffalo Middle: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Intermediate and Buffalo Middle rank in Missouri?
Buchanan Intermediate is 86th of 392 and Buffalo Middle is 329th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).