What grades does Buffalo Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Buffalo Elementary School serves students in Buffalo, WV. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Buffalo Elementary School located?

You can find Buffalo Elementary School in Buffalo, WV.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Elementary School?

At Buffalo Elementary School, there are approximately 11.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Buffalo, WV?

Buffalo Elementary School is among the schools serving Buffalo, WV. The school is part of the local school system.

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Buffalo Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Buffalo, West Virginia|PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

Buffalo, WV 25033

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

End of 1st Nine WeeksEvent

Review the academic calendar for grading period details and deadlines.

Oct

Mon

Red Ribbon WeekEvent

Students & staff will enjoy dress up days to celebrate Red Ribbon Week. Review the event notice for activities and participation details.

Oct

Wed

Tis the Season to be Drug Free: Represent your Favorite HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Thu

PreK/HeadStart Halloween Costume ParadeEvent

PreK and HeadStart students will have a Halloween Costume Parade

Oct

Fri

K-5th Halloween Costume Parade & Family-Led CelebrationEvent

Costume parade will begin around the bus loop (weather permitting) at 1:30PM. After the parade, families may follow students inside for the Parent/Family-Led Halloween Celebration in classrooms.

Nov

Mon

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

192

Student:Teacher

11.3:1

Locale

Rural

District

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

Phone

(304)937-2651

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

20-24%

Chronic Absenteeism

17.4%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

144

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.5

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

0.2

Nurses

0.60000002

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,757

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,340

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,872

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 47%Local 42%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.4%

Below 150% poverty line

3.8%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

6.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,672

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,557

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

668 (43%)

Other Health Impairment

293 (19%)

Speech/Language Impairment

226 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

153 (10%)

Autism

133 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

45 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

195

Current enrollment

Declining(-16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

End of 1st Nine Weeks

Review the academic calendar for grading period details and deadlines.

Event

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Red Ribbon Week

Students & staff will enjoy dress up days to celebrate Red Ribbon Week. Review the event notice for activities and participation details.

Event

Wed, Oct 28, 2026

Tis the Season to be Drug Free: Represent your Favorite Holiday

Represent your favorite holiday for Red Ribbon Week

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS. Buffalo Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	LABOR DAY- NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Faculty Senate Day- Three Hour Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Professional Learning Day- NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTSDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	LSIC Meeting All are welcome to join our Local School Improvement Council! Our first meeting of the school year is Tuesday, October 20th. We will also meet for LSIC on: December 15thMarch 16thMay 18th Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	4th & 5th Grade's Musical Performance Students performing, please arrive by 6:15. The performance will begin at 6:30.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Nine Weeks Exams Blocks 3&4District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Nine Weeks Exams Blocks 1 & 2District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	2nd & 3rd Grade Breakfast Club Families are invited to our 2nd and 3rd Grades' Breakfast Club hosted by BES Title 1.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	End of 1st Nine Weeks Review the academic calendar for grading period details and deadlines.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Red Ribbon Week Students & staff will enjoy dress up days to celebrate Red Ribbon Week. Review the event notice for activities and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Tis the Season to be Drug Free: Represent your Favorite HolidayDistrict-wide Represent your favorite holiday for Red Ribbon Week	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	PreK/HeadStart Halloween Costume Parade PreK and HeadStart students will have a Halloween Costume Parade	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	K-5th Halloween Costume Parade & Family-Led Celebration Costume parade will begin around the bus loop (weather permitting) at 1:30PM. After the parade, families may follow students inside for the Parent/Family-Led Halloween Celebration in classrooms.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No School	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day- No School	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	PTO Meeting- TBD	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Parent-Teacher Conferences Times TBD Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day- No School	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Veteran's Day Assembly Time and Invitations/RSVPs will be determined at a later date. Check the assembly notice for time, location, and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	K/1st Thanksgiving Luncheon Families, please RSVP to attend this event with your K/1st grade students.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	PCS – Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break, No School	Break	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	LSIC Meeting All are welcome to join our Local School Improvement Council! We will also meet for LSIC on:March 16thMay 18th Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Holiday Spirit- Wear Holiday Accessories District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	PCS – Faculty Senate – 3-Hour Early DismissalDistrict-wide Faculty Senate, 3-Hour Early Dismissal for Students	half_day	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Holiday Spirit- Pajama Day!District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Staff Faculty Senate Meeting- 3-Hour Early Dismissal Students are dismissed 3 hours early	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	NO SCHOOL- Christmas Break District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas/New Year Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Christmas Break, No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Back to School after break	Event	—
Tue, Jan 12, 2027	Civics ExamDistrict-wide Review the exam notice for test details and preparation information.	exam	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	Staff Professional Learning Day- No School for Students Review the school calendar for this student-free professional learning day.	Event	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	NO SCHOOL - PROFESSIONAL LEARNING DAY FOR STAFFDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for this professional development date.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	3 Hour Early Out - Faculty Senate District-wide Check the school calendar for the early dismissal time and any schedule changes.	half_day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Staff Faculty Senate Meeting- 3-Hour Early Dismissal Students are dismissed 3-hour early	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Staff Professional Learning Day- No School for Students Review the school calendar for this student-free professional learning day.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	PCS – Professional Learning Day – No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	3 Hour Early Out - Faculty Senate District-wide Check the school calendar for the early dismissal time and any schedule changes.	half_day	—
Tue, Mar 16, 2027	LSIC Meeting All are welcome to join our Local School Improvement Council! We will also meet for LSIC onMay 18th Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Nine Weeks Exams Blocks 3&4District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Mar 23, 2027	Nine Weeks Exams Blocks 1 & 2District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Staff Professional Learning Day- No School for Students Review the school calendar for this student-free professional learning day.	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Professional Learning Day, No School for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break- No School School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break District-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break, No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Faculty Senate, 3-Hour Early Dismissal for StudentsDistrict-wide Check the agenda for meeting topics and student dismissal details.	half_day	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Staff Faculty Senate Meeting- 3-Hour Early Dismissal Students are dismissed 3-hours early	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Staff Professional Learning Day - No School for Students Check the school calendar for professional learning day details.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Professional Learning - No school for studentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Civics ExamDistrict-wide Review the exam notice for test details and preparation information.	exam	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	LSIC Meeting All are welcome to join our Local School Improvement Council! Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	3 hour Early Dismissal at 11:13am District-wide	half_day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Staff Faculty Senate Meeting- 3-Hour Early Dismissal Students are dismissed 3-hours early	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day- No School	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Final Exams - 3rd and 4th BlocksDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Jun 3, 2027	Final Exams - 1st and 2nd BlocksDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Tentative Last Day for Students	Event	—