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6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Buchanan, North Dakota

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$107,500

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$248,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
35%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
93%

Of occupied housing units

How Buchanan compares

Median household income

$108k

138% of North Dakota median

About Schools in Buchanan, North Dakota

Buchanan, North Dakota is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Buchanan show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Buchanan is Pingree-buchanan Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Buchanan is served by 1 school district: PINGREE-BUCHANAN 10. These districts collectively serve 166 students.

Buchanan's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,500. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 103 students · Pre-K–6th 6.8

Schools in Buchanan

Buchanan, North Dakota · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$107,500

Median Home Value

$248,200

Population

372

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

93%

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Community Profile

Buchanan has a median household income of $107,500. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $248,200. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.8/10

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Buchanan, North Dakota

How many schools are in Buchanan, North Dakota?

Buchanan has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Buchanan, North Dakota?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buchanan is 6.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Buchanan, North Dakota?

The top-ranked school in Buchanan on MySchoolScout is Pingree-buchanan Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Buchanan, North Dakota?

The top-ranked elementary school in Buchanan on MySchoolScout is Pingree-buchanan Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Buchanan, North Dakota?

Buchanan is served by 1 school district: Pingree-buchanan 10.

What is the education level in Buchanan, North Dakota?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Buchanan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Buchanan, North Dakota?

The median household income in Buchanan is approximately $107,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Buchanan, North Dakota?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buchanan is 103.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buchanan, North Dakota?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.