Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buffalo Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Mascot
Bisons
School Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bisons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Elementary School?
427 students attend Buffalo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Buffalo Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Elementary School?
Buffalo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buffalo Elementary School offer ?
Buffalo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Elementary School part of?
Buffalo Elementary School is part of Wayne County Schools School District.
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