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#215 of 574 schools in SD
Top 37% in state
Buchanan Elementary - 03
Elementary School · Pierre School District 32-2
100 N Buchanan Ave, Pierre, SD 57501
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#215 of 574
In Pierre
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Pierre School District 32-2
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Buchanan Elementary - 03
Elementary School in Pierre · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buchanan Elementary - 03
Buchanan Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Pierre, SD, part of Pierre School District 32-2. Buchanan Elementary - 03 serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buchanan Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Buchanan Elementary - 03 show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Buchanan Elementary - 03 — Students at Buchanan Elementary - 03 score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD 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: 6.6/10.
How Buchanan Elementary - 03 Compares
See how Buchanan Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 N Buchanan Ave, Pierre, SD 57501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buchanan Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanley County Elementary - 08 (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Pierre), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pierre Indian Learning Center (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kennedy Elementary - 08 (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pierre, see our Pierre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 39.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pierre Indian Learning Center Pierre | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| T F Riggs High School - 01 Pierre | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Kennedy Elementary - 08 Pierre | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Georgia Morse Middle School - 02 Pierre | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary - 06 Pierre | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Stanley County High School - 01 Fort Pierre | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Stanley County Middle School - 02 Fort Pierre | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Stanley County Elementary - 08 Fort Pierre | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Blunt Elementary - 03 Blunt | 19.4 mi | — |
| Onida Elementary - 04 Onida | 26.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Sully Buttes High School - 07 Onida | 26.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Sully Buttes Middle School - 06 Onida | 26.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Lyman High School - 01 Presho | 33.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lyman Middle School - 02 Presho | 33.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Jones County High School - 01 Murdo | 38.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Jones County Middle School - 04 Murdo | 38.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Jones County Elementary - 02 Murdo | 38.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Lyman Elementary - 04 Kennebec | 39.4 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,224
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
17,456
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
13.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
39.6
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| Corral Drive Elementary - 21 Rapid City, SD | 6.9 |
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| McKinley Elementary - 06 Watertown, SD | 6.9 |
| Explorer Elementary - 04 Sioux Falls, SD | 7.0 |
| Robert Bennis Elementary - 05 Brandon, SD | 7.0 |
| Chamberlain Elementary - 03 Chamberlain, SD | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buchanan Elementary - 03
What grades does Buchanan Elementary - 03 serve?
Buchanan Elementary - 03 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Buchanan Elementary - 03?
Buchanan Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Elementary - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Buchanan Elementary - 03 is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buchanan Elementary - 03 rank in SD?
Buchanan Elementary - 03 ranks #215 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Buchanan Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
Buchanan Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 - 03?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buchanan Elementary - 03 has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Buchanan Elementary - 03 a charter school?
No, Buchanan Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buchanan Elementary - 03 a Title I school?
No, Buchanan Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buchanan Elementary - 03?
26.3% of students at Buchanan Elementary - 03 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hughes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (605) 773-7310
Resources & Links
District
Pierre School District 32-2- District Enrollment
- 2,688
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,579
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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