BUFFALO CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL

BUFFALO CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the MANATEE school district, located in PALMETTO, FL with about 1,009 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 54 teachers, BUFFALO CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school located in Palmetto, Florida, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the School District of Manatee County, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement. The school offers a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects, elective programs, and various extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for the academic demands of high school while supporting their social and emotional development.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Palmetto community, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and students. By leveraging resources from the Manatee County school system, Buffalo Creek Middle focuses on innovative teaching practices and maintains a commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere. Prospective families and community members can find detailed information regarding academic calendars, athletic programs, and administrative contact details on their official district website.

For more information, contact BUFFALO CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL at (941) 721-2260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7320 69TH ST E
PALMETTO, FL 34221-9035
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BUFFALO CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PALMETTO, FL with about 1,009 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MANATEE
Total Students:
1,009
Teachers:
54
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 1,009 students

White
52.3%
Hispanic/Latino
32.1%
Black or African American
11.1%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian
2.2%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

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.