Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Kearney, NE, covering an area of approximately 15 square miles. Families typically have a drive of around 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buffalo Hills Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buffalo Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Hills Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Hills Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Hills Elementary School?
272 students attend Buffalo Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Buffalo Hills Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Hills Elementary School?
Buffalo Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buffalo Hills Elementary School offer ?
Buffalo Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Hills Elementary School part of?
Buffalo Hills Elementary School is part of Kearney School District.
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