BUFFALO CREEK EL

BUFFALO CREEK EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 552 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, BUFFALO CREEK EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BUFFALO CREEK ELementary is a public school located in the Spring Branch Independent School District (SBISD) in Houston, Texas. Serving students in the local community, the school is committed to providing a supportive academic environment that fosters student growth, character development, and foundational learning. As part of the Spring Branch district, Buffalo Creek benefits from the resources and educational initiatives associated with one of the prominent school systems in the Houston area, focusing on preparing students for future academic success.

The school’s website highlights its role as a neighborhood hub dedicated to community engagement and student achievement. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and holistic development, BUFFALO CREEK ELementary works to ensure that its diverse student body is equipped with the necessary skills to transition effectively to middle school. For families interested in the school's specific programs, calendar updates, or administrative contact information, the official district website provides a comprehensive resource for staying connected with the campus community.

For more information, contact BUFFALO CREEK EL at (713) 251-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2801 BLALOCK RD
HOUSTON, TX 77080-2822
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BUFFALO CREEK EL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 552 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SPRING BRANCH ISD
Total Students:
552
Teachers:
38
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 552 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BUFFALO CREEK EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 91% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
91.3%
Black or African American
4.0%
White
3.4%
Asian
0.5%
Two or more races
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.