Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Buchanan Step Up ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchanan Step Up ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Buchanan Step Up's student population of 26 students has grown by 225% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buchanan Step Up is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Buchanan Step Up often compared to?
Buchanan Step Upis often viewed alongside schools like Buchanan Virtual Academy, Buchanan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buchanan Step Up?
The graduation rate of Buchanan Step Up is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Buchanan Step Up?
26 students attend Buchanan Step Up.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Buchanan Step Up students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchanan Step Up?
Buchanan Step Up has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buchanan Step Up offer ?
Buchanan Step Up offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Buchanan Step Up part of?
Buchanan Step Up is part of Buchanan Community Schools School District.
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