Serving 170 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Buffalo Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 11:1 is equal to the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School's student population of 170 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 303 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Ridge Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#86 out of 303 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
2%
1%
White
65%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 303 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wyoming.
What schools are Buffalo Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Buffalo Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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).
How many students attend Buffalo Ridge Elementary School?
170 students attend Buffalo Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Buffalo Ridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Ridge Elementary School?
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buffalo Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Ridge Elementary School part of?
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School is part of Laramie County School District #1.
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