BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL

BUFFALO HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the DALLAS CO. R-I school district, located in BUFFALO, MO with about 483 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 33 teachers, BUFFALO HIGH 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 HIGH School, located in Buffalo, Missouri, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the Dallas County R-I School District. Known for its "Bison Pride" spirit, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with extracurricular opportunities. The campus acts as a focal point for the local community, emphasizing a culture that encourages student involvement in athletics, clubs, and various leadership organizations to help prepare students for post-secondary success.

The school’s website, bisonpride.us, serves as a primary resource for students, parents, and community members to stay connected with campus life. It provides essential information regarding academic calendars, athletic schedules, and district policies, while also highlighting student achievements and school events. By maintaining this digital presence, BUFFALO HIGH School emphasizes transparency and communication, ensuring that families are well-informed and engaged in the ongoing educational journey of their students.

For more information, contact BUFFALO HIGH at (417) 345-2223 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 W MAIN
BUFFALO, MO 65622-7565
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BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BUFFALO, MO with about 483 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DALLAS CO. R-I
Total Students:
483
Teachers:
33.92
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 483 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.

White
95.7%
Hispanic/Latino
1.2%
Two or more races
1.0%
Black or African American
0.8%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

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.