Buchanan Intermediate vs Cedar Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 4.9 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
Cedar Ridge Elementary
Branson · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
517 students
| Measure | Buchanan Intermediate Branson, Missouri | Cedar Ridge Elementary Branson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 392 | #594 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #4527 of 15,369 | #23011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 465 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 58% |
| city | Branson | Branson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buchanan Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.3 vs 53.0).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on math proficiency (60% vs 58%).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •Buchanan Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 77.6%).
- •Cedar Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.1).
- •Cedar Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 517 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 Cedar Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buchanan Intermediate ranks higher (64.3 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 Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Branson and Branson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buchanan Intermediate: 465. Cedar Ridge Elementary: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buchanan Intermediate and Cedar Ridge Elementary rank in Missouri?
Buchanan Intermediate is 86th of 392 and Cedar Ridge Elementary is 594th of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).