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#432 of 574 schools in SD

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Buchanan K-1 Center - 18

Elementary School · Huron School District 02-2

PO Box 949, Huron, SD 57350

Last updated: July 2026

Estimated Score

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Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 1st

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 1st

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#432 of 574

In Huron

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Huron School District 02-2

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About Buchanan K-1 Center - 18

Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 is a public elementary school in Huron, SD, part of Huron School District 02-2. Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 574 schools in SD.

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How it compares1.2 pts below district

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
District avg 6.2
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on SD state average

Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement51%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,036

Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 Compares

See how Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.0/10

25th percentile in SD

Academic

6.3/10

Average

Environment

3.7/10

Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

71%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

28 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

34.3%

Location

PO Box 949, Huron, SD 57350

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 (rated 7.7/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Forestburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 (rated 7.5/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Hitchcock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington 4-5 Center - 20 (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Huron, see our Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Huron Middle School - 02 Huron	1.0 mi	710	5.6
Huron High School - 01 Huron	1.1 mi	853	5.6
Washington 4-5 Center - 20 Huron	1.1 mi	456	7.3
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huron	1.5 mi	87	5.5
Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron	1.7 mi	440	6.4
JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huron	2.2 mi	185	6.8
Our Home ASAP - 12 Huron	4.8 mi	17	—
Our Home Rediscovery - 77 Huron	4.8 mi	3	—
Riverside Colony Elementary - 15 Huron	9.9 mi	16	—
Huron Colony Elementary - 13 Huron	14.2 mi	17	—
Wolsey Wessington Middle School - 03 Wolsey	11.9 mi	76	4.4
Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02 Wolsey	11.9 mi	140	4.2
Wolsey Wessington High School - 01 Wolsey	11.9 mi	102	7.6
Woonsocket Elementary - 03 Woonsocket	21.2 mi	193	5.5
Woonsocket High School - 01 Woonsocket	21.2 mi	85	9.3
Hitchcock-Tulare Elementary - 05 Hitchcock	20.6 mi	119	7.5
Pearl Creek Colony Elementary - 05 Iroquois	16.1 mi	11	—
Sanborn Central High School - 01 Forestburg	24.2 mi	35	8.4
Sanborn Central Middle School - 02 Forestburg	24.2 mi	30	8.2
Sanborn Central Elementary - 06 Forestburg	24.2 mi	110	7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,351

Median Home Value

$180,400

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

16,148

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

12.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buchanan K-1 Center - 18

What grades does Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 serve?

Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.

How many students attend Buchanan K-1 Center - 18?

Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buchanan K-1 Center - 18?

The student-teacher ratio at Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 rank in SD?

Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 ranks #432 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Buchanan K-1 Center - 18's MySchoolScout rating?

Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 a charter school?

No, Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 a Title I school?

No, Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buchanan K-1 Center - 18?

71.3% of students at Buchanan K-1 Center - 18 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.