Best Schools in Buchanan, North Dakota
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Pingree-buchanan Elementary School
Elementary · Pingree-buchanan 10. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$248,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$248,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buchanan
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pingree-buchanan Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $107,500
- Median home value
- $248,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
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 blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
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.
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- North Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
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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, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.