Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Buffalo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in WY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo High School serves the northern part of its school district in Buffalo, WY, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2,317 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging about 28.5 miles and extending up to 39.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buffalo High School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Buffalo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.41. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 303 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
75%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
34.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo High School's ranking?
Buffalo High School is ranked #113 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo High School?
The graduation rate of Buffalo High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 81.4%.
How many students attend Buffalo High School?
317 students attend Buffalo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Buffalo High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo High School?
Buffalo High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo High School offer ?
Buffalo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo High School part of?
Buffalo High School is part of Johnson County School District #1.
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