Very Good
#669 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 30% in state
Mid-buchanan Elem.
Elementary School · MID-BUCHANAN CO. R-V
3221 SE STATE RTE H, Faucett, MO 64448
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#669 of 2,221
In Faucett
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
MID-BUCHANAN CO. R-V
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mid-buchanan Elem.
Elementary School in Faucett · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mid-buchanan Elem.
Mid-buchanan Elem. is a public elementary school in Faucett, MO, part of MID-BUCHANAN CO. R-V. Mid-buchanan Elem. serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Mid-buchanan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Mid-buchanan Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mid-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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Mid-buchanan Elem. — Students at Mid-buchanan Elem. score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 9.0/10.
How Mid-buchanan Elem. Compares
See how Mid-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
3221 SE STATE RTE H, Faucett, MO 64448
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mid-buchanan Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SKAITH ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), with a very similar rating. Another option is CARDEN PARK ELEM (rated 7.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JAMES SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby St. Joseph), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Faucett, see our Faucett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MID-BUCHANAN SR. HIGH Faucett | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 5.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.0 mi | 3.9 |
| BENTON HIGH St. Joseph | 6.1 mi | 3.8 |
| HOSEA ELEM. St. Joseph | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL St. Joseph | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PICKETT ELEM. St. Joseph | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SKAITH ELEM. St. Joseph | 7.8 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH PLATTE HIGH Dearborn | 7.7 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTH PLATTE JR. HIGH Dearborn | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 8.0 mi | 3.5 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 8.3 mi | 7.2 |
| DEKALB JR.-SR. HIGH Dekalb | 6.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 8.6 mi | 6.6 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 8.7 mi | 3.1 |
| PRESCOTT SDA SCHOOL St. Joseph | 8.7 mi | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 9.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RIVERBEND TREATMENT CTR. St. Joseph | 9.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,392
Median Home Value
$198,700
Population
862
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
93.6%
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
55.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ELEM. Brookfield, MO | 7.2 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph, MO | 7.2 |
| CEDAR RIDGE PRIMARY Branson, MO | 7.2 |
| CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia, MO | 7.2 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 7.2 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mid-buchanan Elem.
What grades does Mid-buchanan Elem. serve?
Mid-buchanan Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mid-buchanan Elem.?
Mid-buchanan Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mid-buchanan Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mid-buchanan Elem. is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mid-buchanan Elem. rank in MO?
Mid-buchanan Elem. ranks #669 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mid-buchanan Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mid-buchanan Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Mid-buchanan Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mid-buchanan Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mid-buchanan Elem. a charter school?
No, Mid-buchanan Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mid-buchanan Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mid-buchanan Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mid-buchanan Elem.?
20.2% of students at Mid-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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.8%
- Phone
- (816) 238-1646
Resources & Links
District
MID-BUCHANAN CO. R-V- District Enrollment
- 898
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,647
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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