For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 761 students in Buchanan, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, VA are James River High School and Buchanan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buchanan, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Buchanan have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Buchanan, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James River High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9906 Springwood Rd
Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-1121
Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-1121
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
255 Schoolhouse Rd
Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-2084
Buchanan, VA 24066
(540) 254-2084
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Buchanan, VA include James River High School and Buchanan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Buchanan?
2 public schools are located in Buchanan.
What is the racial composition of students in Buchanan?
Buchanan public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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