For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 427 students in Buffalo, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Buffalo, IL are Tri-city Elementary School and Tri-city Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buffalo, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Buffalo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Buffalo, IL (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tri-city Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
324 W Charles St
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4035
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4035
Grades: PK-5
| 305 students
Rank: #22.
Tri-city Jr High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
324 W Charles St
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4530
Buffalo, IL 62515
(217) 364-4530
Grades: 6-8
| 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Buffalo, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Buffalo, IL include Tri-city Elementary School and Tri-city Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Buffalo, IL?
2 public elementary schools are located in Buffalo, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in Buffalo, IL?
Buffalo, IL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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