For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 577 students in Buffalo, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in Buffalo, WV are Buffalo Elementary School and Buffalo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buffalo, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Buffalo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Buffalo, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19366 Buffalo Rd
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2651
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2651
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Buffalo High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19005 Charleston Road
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2661
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2661
Gr: 9-12 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Buffalo, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Buffalo, WV include Buffalo Elementary School and Buffalo High School.
How many public schools are located in Buffalo?
2 public schools are located in Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in Buffalo?
Buffalo public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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