Serving 439 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Buffalo Creek Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Creek Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#4924 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 #4924 out of 8,079 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Creek Elementary School?
439 students attend Buffalo Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Buffalo Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 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 13:1, which is lower than 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 ISD 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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