Serving 810 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buffalo Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Buffalo Trail Elementary School's student population of 810 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
810 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Buffalo Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Trail Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
47%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
9%
22%
White
29%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Trail Elementary School?
810 students attend Buffalo Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Buffalo Trail Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Trail Elementary School?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buffalo Trail Elementary School offer ?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buffalo Trail Elementary School part of?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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