For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 844 students in Buchanan, GA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Buchanan, GA is Buchanan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buchanan, GA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Buchanan have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Buchanan, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
215 College Cir
Buchanan, GA 30113
(770) 646-5140
Buchanan, GA 30113
(770) 646-5140
Gr: 3-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
271 Van Wert St
Buchanan, GA 30113
(770) 646-5523
Buchanan, GA 30113
(770) 646-5523
Gr: PK-2 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Buchanan, GA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Buchanan, GA include Buchanan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Buchanan?
2 public elementary schools are located in Buchanan.
What is the racial composition of students in Buchanan?
Buchanan public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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