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NBRS Badge for Buchanan Elementary School

Buchanan Elementary School - Murfreesboro, TN

Caring for students as we prepare them for their future.

Caring for students as we prepare them for their future.

Buchanan Elementary School serves nearly 500 students in grades K-5 as part of the Rutherford County Schools district in Middle Tennessee. Fostering a culture of collaboration and offering continual opportunities for professional development are essential factors in the school’s success. Major decisions at the school are made by a leadership team, and a committee is used to assess needs regarding curriculum, professional development, student interventions, and more.

Strong parent and community involvement is also key. The school has deep roots in the mostly rural community with multiple family generations having attended the school. The school has a vibrant and active PTO, which helps support teachers and students. Even though the school only serves the elementary grades, it offers multiple extracurricular activities and family nights to keep parents engaged.

In addition, the school makes the use of technology in the classroom a priority. It started with very little technology only a few years ago, but now each classroom is equipped with an Elmo, projector, and five computers. The school also boasts two computer labs and a mobile computer lab. The school makes heavy use of the Response to Instruction and Intervention program to ensure every student in the building is receiving the academic support needed to fulfill their potential.

2015 Awardee

Buchanan Elementary School

6050 Manchester Highway
Murfreesboro, TN, 37127-7812

(615) 893-3651

Principal at time of Nomination:
Mr. Michael Hickman

Rutherford County Schools

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Mission

At Buchanan Elementary School we care about providing each student with the tools, skills, and resources needed to be lifelong learners.We share knowledge with each other, our students, parents, and community to intervene early and establish a pathway to success.We prepare students to be responsible citizens with endless possibilities.

Student Demographics

  • Asian: 6%
  • Black/African American: 4%
  • Hispanic: 4%
  • White: 86%
  • ELL: 4%
  • Economically Disadvantaged: 47%
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