BUFFALO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

BUFFALO VALLEY HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the BUFFALO VALLEY school district, located in Talihina, OK with about 56 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 4 teachers, BUFFALO VALLEY HS 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 Valley High School, located in Talihina, Oklahoma, serves as the educational hub for the Buffalo Valley Public School District. Situated in the scenic Ouachita Mountains region, the school maintains a small-town atmosphere that emphasizes close-knit relationships between students, faculty, and the surrounding community. As a rural institution, it plays a vital role in the local area, offering a traditional academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities designed to engage its student body and foster a sense of school pride.

The district, accessible via their website at [www.bvpsd.org](http://www.bvpsd.org), focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students can prepare for post-secondary success. While the school operates on a smaller scale compared to urban districts, it leverages its resources to offer essential educational opportunities, athletic programs, and community-centered events. By prioritizing student development within a supportive, regional framework, Buffalo Valley High School aims to equip its graduates with the academic foundation and character necessary to thrive in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact BUFFALO VALLEY HS at (918) 522-4426 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.