Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo Creek Elementary serves the northeast part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. The school is typically within a 5-10 minute drive for families residing nearby, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Creek Elementary School's student population of 741 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day
School Rankings
Buffalo Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Creek Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4138 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Creek Elementary School is ranked #4138 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Buffalo Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Buffalo Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Oaks Elementary School, Spring Branch Academic Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Creek Elementary School?
741 students attend Buffalo Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Buffalo Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Creek Elementary School?
Buffalo Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buffalo Creek Elementary School offer ?
Buffalo Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Buffalo Creek Elementary School part of?
Buffalo Creek Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Creek Elementary School located?
Buffalo Creek Elementary School is located in the Spring Branch Central neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Spring Branch Central.
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