For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 684 students in Buffalo, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Buffalo, TX are Buffalo Elementary School and Buffalo J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buffalo, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Buffalo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Buffalo, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 E Commerce
Buffalo, TX 75831
(903) 322-2473
Buffalo, TX 75831
(903) 322-2473
Gr: PK-2 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Buffalo J High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
335 Bison Trl
Buffalo, TX 75831
(903) 322-4340
Buffalo, TX 75831
(903) 322-4340
Gr: 3-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Buffalo, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Buffalo, TX include Buffalo Elementary School and Buffalo J High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Buffalo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in Buffalo?
Buffalo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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