Serving 1,160 students in grades 6-8, Buffalo Community Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Community Middle School's student population of 1,160 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
The place to dream, believe and achieve
School Rankings
Buffalo Community Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Community Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#601 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Community Middle School's ranking?
Buffalo Community Middle School is ranked #601 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Buffalo Community Middle School often compared to?
Buffalo Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Community Middle School?
1,160 students attend Buffalo Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Buffalo Community Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Community Middle School?
Buffalo Community Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buffalo Community Middle School offer ?
Buffalo Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buffalo Community Middle School part of?
Buffalo Community Middle School is part of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools.
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