Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buff Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buff Intermediate School serves the eastern part of Madras, OR, covering an attendance zone of approximately 520.5 square miles. Families may typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 35 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Buff Elementary School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Buff Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buff Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buff Elementary School's ranking?
Buff Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Buff Elementary School often compared to?
Buff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madras Elementary School, Warm Springs K-8 Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Buff Elementary School?
297 students attend Buff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Buff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buff Elementary School?
Buff Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buff Elementary School offer ?
Buff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buff Elementary School part of?
Buff Elementary School is part of Jefferson County SD 509j School District.
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