Serving 1,681 students in grades 9-12, Buffalo Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buffalo Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Buffalo school district, covering approximately 149.3 square miles in and around Buffalo, MN. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Buffalo Senior High School's student population of 1,681 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,681 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Buffalo Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Senior High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#822 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and black
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Senior High School's ranking?
Buffalo Senior High School is ranked #822 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Buffalo Senior High School often compared to?
Buffalo Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello Senior High School, St. Michael-albertville Senior High School, Maple Lake Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buffalo Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Buffalo Senior High School is 93%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Buffalo Senior High School?
1,681 students attend Buffalo Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Buffalo Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Senior High School?
Buffalo Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buffalo Senior High School offer ?
Buffalo Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Senior High School part of?
Buffalo Senior High School is part of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools.
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