Buffalo Gap High School is a public school located in Swoope, Virginia. The Buffalo Gap class of 2007 scored higher in all SAT categories than every public school in Augusta County and inlying cities. The school draws its name from the nearby Buffalo Gap.
Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, Buffalo Gap High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo Gap High serves the northwest part of its school district in Swoope, VA, covering an area of approximately 227.7 square miles. Families typically drive about 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 16.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Gap High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buffalo Gap High School's student population of 410 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buffalo Gap High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Gap High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Gap High School's ranking?
Buffalo Gap High School is ranked #251 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Buffalo Gap High School often compared to?
Buffalo Gap High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stuarts Draft High School, Fort Defiance High School, Wilson Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo Gap High School?
The graduation rate of Buffalo Gap High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Buffalo Gap High School?
410 students attend Buffalo Gap High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Buffalo Gap High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Gap High School?
Buffalo Gap High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buffalo Gap High School offer ?
Buffalo Gap High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Gap High School part of?
Buffalo Gap High School is part of Augusta County School District.
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