South Buffalo Elementary School

Summary:

South Buffalo Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Freeport, Pennsylvania, serving 223 students in grades K-5 and part of the Freeport Area School District, which is ranked 31 out of 610 districts in the state and rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

South Buffalo Elementary School consistently ranks in the top 20% of Pennsylvania elementary schools, with exceptional academic performance. The school's PSSA test scores are significantly higher than the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, including a 100% proficiency rate in science. South Buffalo Elementary also excels in the performance of specific student subgroups, ranking 28th out of 1,495 Pennsylvania elementary schools for male students and 41st out of 1,432 for low socioeconomic status students, both earning a 5-star rating. Compared to other nearby schools like Kiski Area East Primary School and Knoch Primary School, South Buffalo Elementary consistently outperforms them in academic metrics.

Despite having a relatively high percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, South Buffalo Elementary School is able to maintain exceptional academic performance, particularly for its low-income student population. The school's high per-student spending, ranging from $15,377 to $17,541 over the past 4 school years, and low student-to-teacher ratio, ranging from 11.1 to 12.9 over the past 3 school years, may contribute to its success. South Buffalo Elementary School has maintained a consistent 4-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past 8 school years, with a recent improvement to a 5-star rating in the 2023-2024 school year, demonstrating its ability to sustain high academic achievement over an extended period.


Detail:

Public K-5

 562 Freeport Rd
       Freeport, PA  16229-1810


(724) 295-9510

District: Freeport Area School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
161st of 1,526 Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,996 Help


Students who attend South Buffalo Elementary School usually attend:

High:    Freeport Area Senior High School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.0 Help
Number of students:  211

Racial breakdown:

White:
93.4%
Two or more races:
2.8%
Hispanic:
2.4%
more

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  43.6% Help


 See top rated Pennsylvania elementary schools

 Compare South Buffalo Elementary School to nearby elementary schools!

Performance Trends
Help
Compare Details South Buffalo Elementary School ranks better than 89.4% of elementary schools in Pennsylvania. (See more...)
Help
Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 86.46. (See more...)
Student Body
Help
Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (93.4%), two or more races (2.8%), Hispanic (2.4%). (See more...)
Help
Compare Details 43.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
Help
Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at South Buffalo Elementary School is 12. (See more...)
Help
Compare South Buffalo Elementary School employs 17.4 full-time teachers.
Finance
Help
Compare Details The average total spent per student at South Buffalo Elementary School is $16,996.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

South Buffalo Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks South Buffalo Elementary School 161st of 1526 Pennsylvania public elementary schools. (See South Buffalo Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


Low Socio Economic Status students:
Female students:
Male students:
White students:


Freeport Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Freeport Area School District 31st of 610 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


What do you think?

Your rating for South Buffalo Elementary School?

Rank History for South Buffalo Elementary School

Help
Compare

Rank History for all students at South Buffalo Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 24.14 1054th 1302 19.0%
2004 85.85 140th 1308 89.3%
2005 87.34 36th 1299 97.2%
2006 80.03 230th 1545 85.1%
2007 74.37 383rd 1555 75.4%
2008 73.27 390th 1551 74.9%
2009 71.68 421st 1549 72.8%
2010 65.06 631st 1579 60.0%
2011 68.68 538th 1597 66.3%
2012 66.84 636th 1599 60.2%
2013 74.43 381st 1519 74.9%
2014 74.22 388th 1467 73.6%
2016 62.05 705th 1554 54.6%
2017 76.45 353rd 1547 77.2%
2018 76.71 344th 1530 77.5%
2019 76.36 373rd 1544 75.8%
2021 75.69 338th 1433 76.4%
2022 78.69 313th 1534 79.6%
2023 85.97 174th 1534 88.7%
2024 86.46 161st 1526 89.4%
See the entire list of Pennsylvania Elementary School Rankings!

Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at South Buffalo Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 82.93 146th 1414 89.7%
2024 91.69 41st 1432 97.1%
See the entire list of Best Pennsylvania Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at South Buffalo Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 72.47 419th 1488 71.8%
See the entire list of Best Pennsylvania Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Male students at South Buffalo Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 92.59 28th 1495 98.1%
See the entire list of Best Pennsylvania Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for White students at South Buffalo Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 83.07 158th 1236 87.2%
2024 79.75 194th 1229 84.2%
See the entire list of Best Pennsylvania Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Dept of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

South Buffalo Elementary School Test Scores
Tests: 
  
Grades: 
  
Years: 
  
Group by: 
District Scores:
State Scores:    
  
Subgroup: 






Data source: Pennsylvania Dept of Education

We're sorry, but no reviews have been submitted for South Buffalo Elementary School.

If you have first-hand knowledge about South Buffalo Elementary School, submit a rating!


Reviews:
No reviews have been submitted!


Enrollment information for South Buffalo Elementary School

Help
Compare
Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 300 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 300
1989 297 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 298
1990 288 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 288
1991 267 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 267
1992 267 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 267
1993 256 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 256
1994 244 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 244
1995 238 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 238
1996 238 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 238
1997 245 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 245
1998 259 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 260
1999 248 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 250
2000 283 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 284
2001 255 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 255
2002 282 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 287
2003 282 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 287
2004 289 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 294
2005 294 4 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 299
2006 264 4 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 269
2007 265 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 270
2008 294 3 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 298
2009 300 4 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 306
2010 305 4 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 312
2011 334 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 339
2012 325 2 1 2 0 0 3 0 333
2013 314 2 1 2 0 0 3 0 322
2014 305 3 0 2 1 0 6 0 317
2015 305 4 0 1 1 1 5 0 317
2016 260 3 0 2 0 1 7 0 273
2017 265 1 0 2 1 1 7 0 277
2018 273 0 0 2 1 0 5 0 281
2019 261 1 1 3 1 0 6 0 273
2020 250 2 1 3 0 0 2 0 258
2021 243 4 0 3 0 0 1 0 251
2022 230 5 1 6 0 0 4 0 246
2023 209 3 1 5 1 0 4 0 223
2024 197 1 1 5 1 0 6 0 211

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at South Buffalo Elementary School

Help
Compare
Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 300 16.5 18.1 n/a
1989 298 16.0 18.6 n/a
1990 288 15.5 18.5 0
1991 267 12.5 21.3 n/a
1992 267 16.0 16.6 n/a
1993 256 13.0 19.7 n/a
1994 244 12.0 20.3 n/a
1995 238 15.0 15.9 n/a
1996 238 15.0 15.9 n/a
1997 245 15.5 15.8 n/a
1998 260 17.0 15.3 n/a
1999 250 17.0 14.7 n/a
2000 284 18.0 15.8 18.7
2001 255 19.0 13.4 18.8
2002 287 18.6 15.4 19.2
2003 287 18.6 15.4 19.2
2004 294 18.6 15.8 13.6
2005 299 19.4 15.4 18.4
2006 269 19.0 14.2 27.1
2007 270 19.1 14.1 28.1
2008 298 21.2 14.1 32.9
2009 306 22.5 13.6 29.4
2010 312 22.9 13.6 29.8
2011 339 22.2 15.2 38.1
2012 333 22.7 14.6 39.6
2013 322 23.3 13.8 41.9
2014 317 23.3 13.6 41.3
2015 317 23.0 13.7 33.4
2016 273 24.0 11.3 42.5
2017 277 24.3 11.3 44.4
2018 281 20.1 13.9 47.7
2019 273 20.1 13.5 43.6
2020 258 19.4 13.2 45.3
2021 251 19.4 12.9 38.2
2022 246 20.4 12.0 42.3
2023 223 19.9 11.1 47.5
2024 211 17.4 12.0 43.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio South Buffalo Elementary School

Help
Compare
Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 300 16.5 18.1 n/a
1989 298 16.0 18.6 n/a
1990 288 15.5 18.5 0
1991 267 12.5 21.3 n/a
1992 267 16.0 16.6 n/a
1993 256 13.0 19.7 n/a
1994 244 12.0 20.3 n/a
1995 238 15.0 15.9 n/a
1996 238 15.0 15.9 n/a
1997 245 15.5 15.8 n/a
1998 260 17.0 15.3 n/a
1999 250 17.0 14.7 n/a
2000 284 18.0 15.8 18.7
2001 255 19.0 13.4 18.8
2002 287 18.6 15.4 19.2
2003 287 18.6 15.4 19.2
2004 294 18.6 15.8 13.6
2005 299 19.4 15.4 18.4
2006 269 19.0 14.2 27.1
2007 270 19.1 14.1 28.1
2008 298 21.2 14.1 32.9
2009 306 22.5 13.6 29.4
2010 312 22.9 13.6 29.8
2011 339 22.2 15.2 38.1
2012 333 22.7 14.6 39.6
2013 322 23.3 13.8 41.9
2014 317 23.3 13.6 41.3
2015 317 23.0 13.7 33.4
2016 273 24.0 11.3 42.5
2017 277 24.3 11.3 44.4
2018 281 20.1 13.9 47.7
2019 273 20.1 13.5 43.6
2020 258 19.4 13.2 45.3
2021 251 19.4 12.9 38.2
2022 246 20.4 12.0 42.3
2023 223 19.9 11.1 47.5
2024 211 17.4 12.0 43.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for South Buffalo Elementary School

Help

YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $943 (6.1%) $14,434 (93.9%) $15,377
2020 $957 (5.9%) $15,296 (94.1%) $16,252
2021 $1,033 (5.9%) $16,508 (94.1%) $17,541
2022 $1,547 (9.1%) $15,449 (90.9%) $16,996

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on South Buffalo Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 373rd of 1544 Elementary schoolsRanks 174th of 1534 Elementary schools
 12.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (South Buffalo Elementary School)78.886.2
 7.4%
   3rd Grade Math (Pennsylvania)5651.7
 4.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (South Buffalo Elementary School)78.775.8
 2.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)61.954
 7.9%
4th Grade Math (South Buffalo Elementary School)43.481.8
 38.4%
   4th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)46.246.5
 0.3%
4th Grade Science (South Buffalo Elementary School)91.3100
 8.7%
   4th Grade Science (Pennsylvania)77.874.1
 3.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (South Buffalo Elementary School)7478.8
 4.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)63.651.8
 11.8%
5th Grade Math (South Buffalo Elementary School)64.654.8
 9.8%
   5th Grade Math (Pennsylvania)4342.7
 0.3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (South Buffalo Elementary School)85.569.1
 16.4%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)58.553.6
 4.9%
All Grades Math (South Buffalo Elementary School)62.472.1
 9.7%
   All Grades Math (Pennsylvania)42.439.3
 3.1%
All Grades Science (South Buffalo Elementary School)91.3100
 8.7%
   All Grades Science (Pennsylvania)6865.6
 2.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (South Buffalo Elementary School)79.574
 5.5%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Pennsylvania)60.953.8
 7.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students273223
 18.3%
African American13
 200%
American Indian11
Asian11
Hispanic35
 66.7%
Pacific Islander00
White261209
 19.9%
Two or More Races64
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients43.6%47.5%
 3.9%


Schools Near South Buffalo Elementary School









Frequently Asked Questions about South Buffalo Elementary School

Students who attend South Buffalo Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Freeport Area Senior High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 211 students attended South Buffalo Elementary School.

Students at South Buffalo Elementary School are 93% White, 3% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.

South Buffalo Elementary School ranks 161st of 1526 Pennsylvania elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


Rate South Buffalo Elementary School!



Sign up for updates!

Be the first to know when there is an update for South Buffalo Elementary School!




SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





Diagnostics

None retrieved from Database in 963 milliseconds.