BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL

Buffalo High School is a public high school that is part of the Johnson County School District #1 school district, located in Buffalo, WY with about 313 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Buffalo High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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, Wyoming, serves as a central educational hub within the Johnson County School District #1. Situated at the base of the Bighorn Mountains, the school provides a comprehensive high school experience for students in the region, focusing on a balance of rigorous academic preparation, career-technical education, and extracurricular involvement. The school community emphasizes personal growth and community engagement, leveraging its small-town setting to foster close relationships between students, faculty, and local stakeholders.

As part of the Johnson County School District, Buffalo High School is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, military service, or entering the workforce. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, arts, and student organizations that contribute to a well-rounded educational environment. By maintaining a focus on both traditional academic standards and the evolving needs of the modern workforce, Buffalo High School strives to provide a supportive and challenging atmosphere for its student body.

For more information, contact Buffalo High School at (307) 684-2269 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

29891 Old Hwy 87
Buffalo, WY 82834
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BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Buffalo, WY with about 313 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wyoming

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
313
Teachers:
27.8
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
Not a Title I school
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 313 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BUFFALO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.

White
91.1%
Two or more races
4.8%
Hispanic/Latino
2.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Black or African American
0.3%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

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.