Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Buffalo Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo Middle School serves the northwest part of its school district in Kenova, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 52.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buffalo Middle School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Buffalo Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Middle School is 0.08, 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
#285 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Middle School's ranking?
Buffalo Middle School is ranked #285 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Buffalo Middle School often compared to?
Buffalo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ceredo-kenova Middle School, Vinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Middle School?
279 students attend Buffalo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Buffalo Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Middle School?
Buffalo Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buffalo Middle School offer ?
Buffalo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Middle School part of?
Buffalo Middle School is part of Wayne County Schools.
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