Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Buffalo Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Welcome Home...Where You Belong!
School Rankings
Buffalo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#889 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
34%
31%
White
48%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Elementary School is ranked #889 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Buffalo Elementary School often compared to?
Buffalo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster Park Elementary School, Jonesville Elementary Middle School, Monarch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Elementary School?
478 students attend Buffalo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Buffalo Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
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 South Carolina state average of 14:1.
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 Union 01 School District.
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