Buffalo Middle School
279 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Buffalo Middle School, located at 298 Buffalo Creek Road in Kenova, West Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Wayne County school district. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, providing an academic environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous requirements of high school. The school plays an active role in the Kenova community, emphasizing core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, while often providing extracurricular opportunities that encourage student engagement and personal development.
The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that addresses the unique social, emotional, and intellectual needs of middle-grade students. By utilizing the facilities on Buffalo Creek Road, the administration and faculty work to implement state-mandated curriculum standards while promoting a sense of school spirit and community among the student body. As part of the West Virginia public education system, Buffalo Middle School remains dedicated to preparing its students for future success, striving to equip them with the foundational skills and character traits necessary for their eventual transition into secondary education.
The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that addresses the unique social, emotional, and intellectual needs of middle-grade students. By utilizing the facilities on Buffalo Creek Road, the administration and faculty work to implement state-mandated curriculum standards while promoting a sense of school spirit and community among the student body. As part of the West Virginia public education system, Buffalo Middle School remains dedicated to preparing its students for future success, striving to equip them with the foundational skills and character traits necessary for their eventual transition into secondary education.
279
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 268 |
| Hispanic | 1 |
| Black | 7 |
| Two or More | 3 |
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White268 (96.1%)
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Black7 (2.5%)
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Two or More3 (1.1%)
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Hispanic1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wayne County Schools |
| Phone: | (304)429-6062 |
| Website: | http://bms.wayn.k12.wv.us |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 279 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
107
Grade 7
89
Grade 8
83
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 107 |
| Grade 7 | 89 |
| Grade 8 | 83 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 144 | 51.6% |
| Male | 135 | 48.4% |
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