Buffalo Elementary School

19366 Buffalo Rd
Buffalo, WV 25033
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Top 30%
Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Top 30% in WV
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 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
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Buffalo Elementary School's student population of 192 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

School Rankings

Buffalo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
This School
State Level (WV)
#177 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
35-39%
32%
45-49%
41%
20-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buffalo Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Elementary School is ranked #177 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Elementary School?
192 students attend Buffalo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Buffalo Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Elementary School?
Buffalo Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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 Putnam County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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