Very Good
#788 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 25% in state
Buchanan Elementary School
Elementary School · Livonia Public Schools School District
16400 HUBBARD ST, Livonia, MI 48154
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#788 of 3,192
In Livonia
#15 of 28
public schools
In district
#14 of 24
Livonia Public Schools School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Buchanan Elementary School
Elementary School in Livonia · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buchanan Elementary School
Buchanan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Livonia, MI, part of Livonia Public Schools School District. Buchanan Elementary School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Buchanan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Buchanan Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Buchanan Elementary School — Students at Buchanan Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from MI 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: 6.5/10.
How Buchanan Elementary School Compares
See how Buchanan Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16400 HUBBARD ST, Livonia, MI 48154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buchanan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NW Wayne Trainable Center (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Coolidge Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livonia, see our Livonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Branch Line School Livonia | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Riley Upper Elementary School Livonia | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Jackson Center Livonia | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Coolidge Elementary School Livonia | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Kennedy Elementary School Livonia | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Livonia | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Stevenson High School Livonia | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| NW Wayne Trainable Center Livonia | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Webster Elementary School Livonia | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| LIVONIA LITTLE TOTS DAY NURSERY Livonia | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| American Montessori Academy Elementary Livonia | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Frost Middle School Livonia | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Grandview Elementary School Livonia | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Clarenceville High School Livonia | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Clarenceville Middle School Livonia | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia | 2.7 mi | — |
| Botsford Elementary School Livonia | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN NORTH Farmington Hills | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,763
Median Home Value
$285,800
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
36,915
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
91.2%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baldwin Elementary School Rochester, MI | 7.3 |
| Barnard Elementary School Troy, MI | 7.3 |
| Brooklands Elementary School Rochester Hills, MI | 7.3 |
| Brown Elementary School New Boston, MI | 7.3 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Lowell, MI | 7.3 |
| Cheyenne Elementary School Macomb, MI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buchanan Elementary School
What grades does Buchanan Elementary School serve?
Buchanan Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Buchanan Elementary School?
Buchanan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buchanan Elementary School rank in MI?
Buchanan Elementary School ranks #788 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Buchanan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Buchanan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buchanan Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Buchanan Elementary School a charter school?
No, Buchanan Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buchanan Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Buchanan Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buchanan Elementary School?
28.9% of students at Buchanan Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (734) 744-2690
Resources & Links
District
Livonia Public Schools School District- District Enrollment
- 13,145
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,860
- District Rank
- #14 of 24
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