For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 568 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 30% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Buffalo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Buffalo, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19366 Buffalo Rd
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2651
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2651
Grades: PK-5
| 192 students
Rank: #22.
Buffalo High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19005 Charleston Road
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2661
Buffalo, WV 25033
(304) 937-2661
Grades: 9-12
| 376 students
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 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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