Serving 1,176 students in grades 6-8, Buffalo Community Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Community Middle School's student population of 1,176 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo Community Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Community Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Community Middle School's ranking?
Buffalo Community Middle School is ranked #648 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Buffalo Community Middle School often compared to?
Buffalo Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Community Middle School?
1,176 students attend Buffalo Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Buffalo Community Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Community Middle School?
Buffalo Community Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buffalo Community Middle School offer ?
Buffalo Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buffalo Community Middle School part of?
Buffalo Community Middle School is part of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public Sch School District.
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