Buffalo Elementary School

Buffalo Elementary School serves 427 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Kenova, West Virginia. With 29 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.7 to 1, providing a supportive learning environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking 115th out of 641 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile among West Virginia schools.

Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 52% performing at proficient levels or above in English Language Arts and reading, and 57% reaching proficiency in mathematics. Buffalo Elementary's academic success reflects the stability of its surrounding community in Wayne County. The school draws from a neighborhood where families have a median household income of $64,763 and a poverty rate of 10%, contributing to an environment that supports student learning.

With 21% of area residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, the community values education and provides a foundation for academic achievement. Located on Buffalo Creek Road in this mid-size suburban setting, Buffalo Elementary serves families in a well-established West Virginia community that balances small-town charm with access to educational resources.