Needs Improvement
#3628 of 3,778 schools in FL
Buchanan Middle School
Middle School · HILLSBOROUGH
1001 W BEARSS AVE, Tampa, FL 33613
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,628 of 3,778
In Tampa
#150 of 161
public schools
In district
#261 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Buchanan Middle School
Buchanan Middle School is a public middle school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Buchanan Middle School serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buchanan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,628 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Buchanan Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
77% of students at Buchanan Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Buchanan Middle School — Students at Buchanan Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Buchanan Middle School Compares
See how Buchanan Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1001 W BEARSS AVE, Tampa, FL 33613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buchanan Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MANISCALCO K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lutz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARROLLWOOD Tampa | 0.4 mi | — |
| LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 0.9 mi | — |
| TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LEARNING GATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lutz | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa | 2.1 mi | — |
| MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTHDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| IDEA VICTORY Tampa | 2.7 mi | — |
| MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| MANISCALCO K-8 SCHOOL Lutz | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,642
Median Home Value
$219,700
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
37,212
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
33.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
30.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EUSTIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Eustis, FL | 3.4 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 3.3 |
| DENISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Winter Haven, FL | 3.3 |
| JAMES A. SHANKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Quincy, FL | 3.5 |
| MCLANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon, FL | 3.3 |
| PINES MIDDLE SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buchanan Middle School
What grades does Buchanan Middle School serve?
Buchanan Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Buchanan Middle School?
Buchanan Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Middle School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buchanan Middle School rank in FL?
Buchanan Middle School ranks #3,628 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Buchanan Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Buchanan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buchanan Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buchanan Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buchanan Middle School a charter school?
No, Buchanan Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buchanan Middle School a Title I school?
No, Buchanan Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buchanan Middle School?
69.5% of students at Buchanan Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 629
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.4%
- Phone
- (813) 975-7600
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #261 of 286
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