Serving 1,127 students in grades 6-8, Buffalo Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buffalo Creek Middle School's student population of 1,127 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo Creek Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Creek Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1482 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Creek Middle School's ranking?
Buffalo Creek Middle School is ranked #1482 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Buffalo Creek Middle School often compared to?
Buffalo Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos E. Haile Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Creek Middle School?
1,127 students attend Buffalo Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Buffalo Creek Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Creek Middle School?
Buffalo Creek Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buffalo Creek Middle School offer ?
Buffalo Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buffalo Creek Middle School part of?
Buffalo Creek Middle School is part of Manatee School District.
School Calendar
View the Buffalo Creek Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break (No School)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 11/2/2017
I love buffalo creek- my son had difficulty adjusting to middle school and the staff has been amazing. My son is content and happy now. Great school and staff.
5 10/20/2015
Bufflao creek is the best but it has one flaw dress code I got in trouble for a having a little lace on my pants above my finger tips. So here is some advice if your not sure if you cant wear it don't wear it.
5 8/2/2010
Buffalo Creek is a grate middel school. I would recomend it to any middel schooler.Plus the academic level is very high.The athletic abilaties are awsome.
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