Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Buffalo Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: New Buffalo Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire New Buffalo school district, covering approximately 23.1 square miles in New Buffalo, MI. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Buffalo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Buffalo Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
New Buffalo Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Buffalo Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Buffalo Elementary School's ranking?
New Buffalo Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are New Buffalo Elementary School often compared to?
New Buffalo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Buffalo Elementary School?
211 students attend New Buffalo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of New Buffalo Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Buffalo Elementary School?
New Buffalo Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does New Buffalo Elementary School offer ?
New Buffalo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Buffalo Elementary School part of?
New Buffalo Elementary School is part of New Buffalo Area Schools.
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