Best Schools in Buffalo, South Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Buffalo Elementary
Elementary · Union 01. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$61,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$61,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buffalo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buffalo Elementary | 4.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $32,907
- Median home value
- $61,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buffalo compares
Median household income
$33k
53% of South Carolina median
About Schools in Buffalo, South Carolina
Buffalo, South Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Buffalo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Buffalo is Buffalo Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buffalo is served by 1 school district: Union 01. These districts collectively serve 3,658 students.
Buffalo's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $32,907. The poverty rate in the area is 37.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 478 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
Schools in Buffalo
Buffalo, South Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$32,907
Median Home Value
$61,900
Median Rent
$668/mo
Population
3,147
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
37.8%
Community Profile
Buffalo has a median household income of $32,907. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $61,900, with a median rent of $668/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Buffalo, South Carolina
How many schools are in Buffalo, South Carolina?
Buffalo has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buffalo, South Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buffalo is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Buffalo, South Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Buffalo on MySchoolScout is Buffalo Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buffalo, South Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buffalo on MySchoolScout is Buffalo Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Buffalo, South Carolina?
Buffalo is served by 1 school district: Union 01.
What is the education level in Buffalo, South Carolina?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Buffalo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buffalo, South Carolina?
The median household income in Buffalo is approximately $32,907 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buffalo, South Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buffalo is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buffalo, South Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, South Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.