Buchanan Elementary School

16400 HUBBARD ST LIVONIA MI 48154

Top 25% School in Michigan

Ranked 54 of 197 in Michigan

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About Buchanan Elementary School

Buchanan Elementary School, which belongs to the Livonia Public Schools district based in Michigan, is committed to providing a safe, caring, and engaging academic environment for young learners. With grades K–4, the school has a student population of approximately 467 students with an 18:1 student-teacher ratio, stressing that academics also include personal improvement within the school community. With recent duplication of state assessments, the proficiency with students at 57% for reading and 52% for math, which falls into a higher expectation for performance. Families enjoy consistent communication resources and feedback, supportive programs, and contemporary classroom tools that are contemporary. With its endless pursuit of improvement, Buchanan Elementary School is one of the top contenders for the best elementary education in Michigan.

Contact Information

Address

16400 HUBBARD ST LIVONIA MI 48154

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Phone

(734) 744-2690

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 57% in Reading.
26
Full-time Teachers
443
Total Students
$72227
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 54 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Buchanan Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

54

of 197 in Michigan

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: NA

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 81.8%
Asian 1.5%
Hispanic 7.7%
Black 3.4%
Two+ Races 5.1%
Native Am. 1%
White
81.8%
Asian
1.5%
Hispanic
7.7%
Black
3.4%
Two+ Races
5.1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 443
48%
213 Female
52%
230 Male

Student Population

443 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16.1 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Buchanan Elementary announced last week that it is adopting ParentSquare as a single communication tool that will help us engage with families and staff conversations.

FAQ

Q: Are there clubs at Buchanan Elementary School?

A: Yes, students have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of clubs at school, which change by year and by grade.

Q: How are students recognized at Buchanan Elementary School?

A: The school recognizes students through awards, assemblies, and classroom celebrations.

Q: Is there language support at Buchanan Elementary School?

A: Yes, English language learners receive support through district programs.

Q: Is lunch provided at Buchanan Elementary School?

A: Yes, healthy meals are provided for students each day by the Livonia Public Schools food program.

Q: What volunteer opportunities are available at Buchanan Elementary School?

A: Parents can volunteer for events, in classrooms, and for other school activities.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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