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Best Buffalo Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,040 students in Buffalo, MN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Buffalo, MN are Wright Technical Center Alc, Buffalo Senior High School and Cornerstones Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Buffalo, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Buffalo have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Buffalo, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buffalo Senior High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public High Schools in Buffalo, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wright Technical Center Alc
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1405 3rd Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 684-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Buffalo Senior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
877 Bison Blvd
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,792 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Cornerstones Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1405 3rd Ave. Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(320) 543-1122
Gr: 6-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Phoenix Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
877 Bison Blvd
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8102
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Terra Nova School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1705 Highway 25 N
Buffalo, MN 55313
(952) 852-0129
Gr: 6-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Pride Transitions
Special Education School
800 - 8th St Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Gr: 12
Rank: n/an/a
Wright Technical Center
Vocational School
1405 3rd Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 684-2200
Gr: 11-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Buffalo, Minnesota

Buffalo, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Wright Technical Targeted Services Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1400 N Highway 25
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-4112
Gr: K-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Buffalo, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Buffalo, MN include Wright Technical Center Alc, Buffalo Senior High School and Cornerstones Program.
How many public high schools are located in Buffalo?
7 public high schools are located in Buffalo.
What is the racial composition of students in Buffalo?
Buffalo public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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