BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Putnam County Schools school district, located in BUFFALO, WV with about 230 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 19 teachers, BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 19005 Buffalo Road in Buffalo, West Virginia, serves as a central educational institution for the local community in Putnam County. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the primary grades. The school is situated in a rural setting, reflecting the tight-knit character of the surrounding Buffalo area, and plays a vital role in fostering early childhood development and community engagement.

The school operates under the Putnam County School District, adhering to state curriculum standards while striving to create a supportive learning environment. Like many elementary schools in the region, Buffalo Elementary typically emphasizes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating extracurricular activities to encourage social growth. It serves as a cornerstone for local families, dedicated to preparing students for their future academic careers through a structured and nurturing classroom experience.

For more information, contact BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (304) 937-2651 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.