Serving 253 students in grades 6-8, Buffalo Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Buffalo Middle School's student population of 253 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 629 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
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 #92 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Middle School?
253 students attend Buffalo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Buffalo Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Middle School?
Buffalo Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Middle School part of?
Buffalo Middle School is part of Wayne County Schools School District.
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