Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Buffalo Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buffalo Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Buffalo Trail Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buffalo Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buffalo Trail Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
13%
5%
White
43%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buffalo Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Buffalo Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Buffalo Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Forest Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Buffalo Trail Elementary School?
627 students attend Buffalo Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Buffalo Trail Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buffalo Trail Elementary School?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Buffalo Trail Elementary School offer ?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Buffalo Trail Elementary School part of?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Buffalo Trail Elementary School located?
Buffalo Trail Elementary School is located in the Tollgate Crossing neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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