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Elementary Schools

Bucher School

Manheim Township SD · Lancaster County · 450 Candlewyck Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601.0

(717)569-4291

8/10
#391
Rank 391 out of 1,545
Top 25%
English Language Arts8/10 · #412 · 73rd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #359 · 77th percentile
Science8/10 · #420 · 70th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Bucher School sits in Manheim Township, one of Lancaster County's more sought-after suburban districts, where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community make it a natural draw for families putting down roots in the Lancaster area. Academics here are solid across the board, with math being a particular strength, and the school consistently performs well above the state middle ground. Families who want a grounded, suburban feel without straying too far from Lancaster city's restaurants, arts scene, and farmers markets tend to find this corner of Pennsylvania a genuinely great place to raise kids.

Student Demographics

170 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
107 (63%)
Hispanic
22 (13%)
African American
17 (10%)
Asian
12 (7%)
Multiple Races
12 (7%)

Key Indicators

English Learners10 (6%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged54 (32%)
Students with Disabilities31 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

403
Enrollment
27.7
Teachers (FTE)
14.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #487 · 69th percentile

96 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found