Excellent
#117 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
East Buchanan Elem.
Elementary School · EAST BUCHANAN CO. C-1
100 SMITH ST, Gower, MO 64454
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#117 of 2,221
In Gower
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
EAST BUCHANAN CO. C-1
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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East Buchanan Elem.
Elementary School in Gower · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Buchanan Elem.
East Buchanan Elem. is a public elementary school in Gower, MO, part of EAST BUCHANAN CO. C-1. East Buchanan Elem. serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
East Buchanan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for East Buchanan Elem. show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
East Buchanan Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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East Buchanan Elem. — Students at East Buchanan Elem. score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How East Buchanan Elem. Compares
See how East Buchanan Elem. 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
100 SMITH ST, Gower, MO 64454
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Buchanan Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH PLATTE INTERMEDIATE (rated 9.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Edgerton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH PLATTE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Camden Point), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ELLISON ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gower, see our Gower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST BUCHANAN HIGH Gower | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH PLATTE INTERMEDIATE Edgerton | 7.5 mi | 9.4 |
| EAST BUCHANAN MIDDLE Easton | 8.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PLATTSBURG HIGH Plattsburg | 8.1 mi | 6.3 |
| CLINTON CO. R-III MIDDLE Plattsburg | 8.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ELLIS ELEM. Plattsburg | 8.3 mi | 6.1 |
| STEWARTSVILLE ELEM. Stewartsville | 11.1 mi | 6.9 |
| STEWARTSVILLE HIGH Stewartsville | 11.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Eagle Heights Elementary Smithville | 12.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH PLATTE HIGH Dearborn | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTH PLATTE JR. HIGH Dearborn | 11.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ELLISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 13.0 mi | 7.4 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 13.0 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Smithville | 14.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MID-BUCHANAN ELEM. Faucett | 11.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MID-BUCHANAN SR. HIGH Faucett | 11.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTH PLATTE ELEM. Camden Point | 13.6 mi | 8.8 |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 13.6 mi | — |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 13.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Smithville High Smithville | 16.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64454 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,431
Median Home Value
$237,800
Median Rent
$840/mo
Population
2,586
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.6 |
| CALLAWAY HILLS ELEM. Holts Summit, MO | 8.6 |
| COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp, MO | 8.6 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 8.6 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia, MO | 8.6 |
| KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton, MO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Buchanan Elem.
What grades does East Buchanan Elem. serve?
East Buchanan Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East Buchanan Elem.?
East Buchanan Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Buchanan Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at East Buchanan Elem. is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Buchanan Elem. rank in MO?
East Buchanan Elem. ranks #117 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is East Buchanan Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
East Buchanan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 East Buchanan Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Buchanan Elem. has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Buchanan Elem. a charter school?
No, East Buchanan Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Buchanan Elem. a Title I school?
No, East Buchanan Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Buchanan Elem.?
21.8% of students at East Buchanan Elem. 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Clinton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (816) 424-3111
Resources & Links
District
EAST BUCHANAN CO. C-1- District Enrollment
- 734
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,853
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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