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Buchanan Step Up
School · Buchanan Community Schools
401 West Chicago Street, Buchanan, MI 49107
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Buchanan Step Up
Buchanan Step Up is a public school in Buchanan, MI, part of the Buchanan Community Schools. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $65,118, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Buchanan Step Up is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Buchanan Step Up is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 401 West Chicago Street, Buchanan, MI 49107
- Phone
- (269) 695-8401
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 West Chicago Street, Buchanan, MI 49107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buchanan Step Up may also want to explore other schools in the area. Berrien Springs Virtual Academy (rated 7.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Berrien Springs). Additionally, Buchanan Virtual Academy (rated 6.9/10). For more schools in Buchanan, see our Buchanan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buchanan High School Buchanan | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Buchanan Virtual Academy Buchanan | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Ottawa Elementary School Buchanan | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Moccasin Elementary School Buchanan | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Buchanan Middle School Buchanan | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Ballard Elementary School Niles | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| NILES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Niles | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Career Academy High School South Bend | 6.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Career Academy Middle School South Bend | 6.9 mi | 9.5 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Niles | 5.4 mi | 7.9 |
| RESURRECTION LUTHERAN ACADEMY South Bend | 7.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Brandywine Innovation Academy Niles | 6.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Niles Comm Schools Adult Education Niles | 6.0 mi | — |
| Northside Child Development Center Niles | 6.3 mi | — |
| Berrien Springs Virtual Academy Berrien Springs | 8.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Berrien Springs Middle School Berrien Springs | 8.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Berrien Springs Discovery Academy Berrien Sprgs | 8.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Berrien Springs High School Berrien Springs | 8.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mars Elementary School Berrien Springs | 8.5 mi | 7.5 |
| VILLAGE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berrien Springs | 8.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,118
Median Home Value
$174,500
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
10,351
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Buchanan Step Up has a median household income of $65,118. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,500, with a median rent of $987/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buchanan Step Up
What grades does Buchanan Step Up serve?
Buchanan Step Up serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Buchanan Step Up?
Buchanan Step Up has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Step Up?
The student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Step Up is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Buchanan Step Up a charter school?
No, Buchanan Step Up is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buchanan Step Up a Title I school?
No, Buchanan Step Up is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buchanan Step Up?
76.9% of students at Buchanan Step Up qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,901/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buchanan). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Berrien County
- Phone
- (269) 695-8401
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Buchanan Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,558
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,437
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