Best Schools in Buchanan, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School
Elementary · Hendrick Hudson Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$492,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$492,000
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 | Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $127,375
- Median home value
- $492,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
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
$127k
136% of New York median
About Schools in Buchanan, New York
Buchanan, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.3 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 Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buchanan is served by 1 school district: HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,220 students.
Buchanan's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $127,375. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.
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 | 327 students · 2nd–3rd | 6.3 |
Schools in Buchanan
Buchanan, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$127,375
Median Home Value
$492,000
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
2,296
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Buchanan has a median household income of $127,375. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $492,000, with a median rent of $1,670/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Buchanan, New York
How many schools are in Buchanan, New York?
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, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buchanan is 6.3 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, New York?
The top-ranked school in Buchanan on MySchoolScout is Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buchanan, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buchanan on MySchoolScout is Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Buchanan, New York?
Buchanan is served by 1 school district: Hendrick Hudson Central School District.
What is the education level in Buchanan, New York?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Buchanan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buchanan, New York?
The median household income in Buchanan is approximately $127,375 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buchanan, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buchanan is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buchanan, New York?
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, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.