Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buffalo Elementary School's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Buffalo Elementary School often compared to?
Buffalo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
195 students attend Buffalo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Buffalo Elementary School students are White, 2% 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 12:1, 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.
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