BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Buchanan Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Buchanan Community Schools school district, located in BUCHANAN, MI with about 355 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 7th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Buchanan Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Buchanan Middle School, located at 610 West 4th Street in Buchanan, Michigan, serves as a key educational institution within the Buchanan Community Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment designed to meet the unique developmental and academic needs of students in the middle grades. By focusing on both core curricular requirements and extracurricular growth, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing the importance of community, responsibility, and academic excellence.

As part of the broader Buchanan school system, the middle school benefits from the district’s focus on integrating technology and student-centered instruction. The school encourages active parent involvement and collaboration between staff and the community to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education. For families seeking more specific information regarding school programs, extracurricular activities, calendar updates, or contact details, the official district website at [www.buchananschools.com](http://www.buchananschools.com) serves as the primary resource for the Buchanan community.

For more information, contact Buchanan Middle School at (269) 695-8406 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.