Average
#1272 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 45% in state
Buffalo EL Sch
Elementary School · Freeport Area SD
PO Box C, Freeport, PA 16229
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,272 of 2,846
In Freeport
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Freeport Area SD
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Buffalo EL Sch
Elementary School in Freeport · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buffalo EL Sch
Buffalo EL Sch is a public elementary school in Freeport, PA, part of Freeport Area SD. Buffalo EL Sch serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Buffalo EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,272 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Buffalo EL Sch show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Buffalo EL Sch — Students at Buffalo EL Sch score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Buffalo EL Sch Compares
See how Buffalo EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box C, Freeport, PA 16229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buffalo EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Buffalo El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Knoch Intermediate El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Saxonburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knoch Primary Sch (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Saxonburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freeport Area MS Freeport | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Freeport Area SHS Freeport | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ST LUKE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cabot | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Knoch Primary Sch Saxonburg | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Knoch MS Saxonburg | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Knoch Intermediate El Sch Saxonburg | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| South Buffalo El Sch Freeport | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Natrona Heights | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Highlands MS Natrona Heights | 7.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Highlands SHS Natrona Heights | 7.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Highlands Early Childhood Center Brackenridge | 7.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Highlands El Sch Tarentum | 8.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Curtisville Pri Ctr Tarentum | 7.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY Herman | 8.1 mi | 9.0 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Stewart El Sch Lower Burrell | 9.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MARY QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL New Kensington | 9.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 9.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Deer Lakes HS Cheswick | 8.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,792
Median Home Value
$206,300
Median Rent
$781/mo
Population
4,900
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
45
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| Adamstown El Sch Adamstown, PA | 6.6 |
| Baggaley El Sch Latrobe, PA | 6.6 |
| Benjamin Chambers El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 6.6 |
| Blairsville El Sch Blairsville, PA | 6.6 |
| Clearview El Sch Bethlehem, PA | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buffalo EL Sch
What grades does Buffalo EL Sch serve?
Buffalo EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Buffalo EL Sch?
Buffalo EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buffalo EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Buffalo EL Sch is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buffalo EL Sch rank in PA?
Buffalo EL Sch ranks #1,272 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Buffalo EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Buffalo EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buffalo EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buffalo EL Sch has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Buffalo EL Sch a charter school?
No, Buffalo EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buffalo EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Buffalo EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buffalo EL Sch?
25.8% of students at Buffalo EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (724) 353-9577
Resources & Links
District
Freeport Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,767
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,165
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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