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8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Buchanan, New York

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
8.1/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$127,375

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$492,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
46%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
88%

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 8.1 out of 10, schools in Buchanan perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Buchanan is Buchanan-verplanck Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
327 students · 2nd–3rd 		8.1

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.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
8.1/10

Resources

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School District

HENDRICK HUDSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5 schools · 2,220 students

Nearby Cities

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1 mi
Peekskill (6 schools)
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Courtland Manor (1 school)
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West Haverstraw (1 school)
4 mi
Cortlandt Manor (4 schools)
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Haverstraw (1 school)
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Garnerville (1 school)
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Croton-on-Hudson (4 schools)
5 mi
Thiells (4 schools)
5 mi
Crompond (1 school)
5 mi
Highland Falls (3 schools)
7 mi
Mohegan Lake (2 schools)
6 mi
Congers (1 school)
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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, 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 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 8.1/10.

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 8.1/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.