Serving 1,014 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Buffalo Point School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Point School's student population of 1,014 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,014 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Buffalo Point School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Point School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Point School's ranking?
Buffalo Point School is ranked #386 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Buffalo Point School often compared to?
Buffalo Point Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Syracuse School, Syracuse Arts Academy - Antelope by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Point School?
1,014 students attend Buffalo Point School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Buffalo Point School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buffalo Point School?
Buffalo Point School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buffalo Point School offer ?
Buffalo Point School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Buffalo Point School part of?
Buffalo Point School is part of Davis School District.
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