Top Rankings
Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,313 students in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District. This district's average testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
Public Schools in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (MN)
# Schools
11 Schools
2,717 Schools
# Students
5,313 Students
870,506 Students
# Teachers
284 Teachers
54,644 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
District Rank
Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District, which is ranked within the top 20% of all 527 school districts in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90% has decreased from 92% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#89 out of 527 school districts
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.22
0.58
# American Indian Students
16 Students
15,500 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
2%
# Asian Students
70 Students
60,856 Students
% Asian Students
1%
7%
# Hispanic Students
243 Students
94,935 Students
% Hispanic Students
5%
11%
# Black Students
102 Students
101,896 Students
% Black Students
2%
12%
# White Students
4,692 Students
542,289 Students
% White Students
88%
62%
# Hawaiian Students
5 Students
961 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
185 Students
54,121 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
125
23,824
# Students in K Grade:
320
61,392
# Students in 1st Grade:
353
62,799
# Students in 2nd Grade:
348
61,018
# Students in 3rd Grade:
369
62,816
# Students in 4th Grade:
379
62,448
# Students in 5th Grade:
426
62,719
# Students in 6th Grade:
362
62,476
# Students in 7th Grade:
349
64,303
# Students in 8th Grade:
431
65,703
# Students in 9th Grade:
447
69,277
# Students in 10th Grade:
486
70,003
# Students in 11th Grade:
447
68,487
# Students in 12th Grade:
471
73,241
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $16,890 in this school district is less than the state median of $17,860. The school district revenue/student has grown by 18% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,939 is less than the state median of $18,586. The school district spending/student has grown by 13% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$90 MM
$15,547 MM
Spending
$79 MM
$16,179 MM
Revenue / Student
$16,890
$17,860
Spending / Student
$14,939
$18,586
Best Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hanover Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
274 Labeauxe Ave Ne
Hanover, MN 55341
(763) 682-0800
Hanover, MN 55341
(763) 682-0800
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Rank: #22.
Northwinds Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1111 7th Ave Nw
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8800
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8800
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #33.
Parkside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
207 3rd St Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8500
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8500
Grades: PK-5
| 362 students
Rank: #44.
Montrose Elementary School Of Innov
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 - 2nd St S
Montrose, MN 55363
(763) 682-8345
Montrose, MN 55363
(763) 682-8345
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #55.
Buffalo Community Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Hwy 25 N
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8200
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,142 students
Rank: #66.
Buffalo Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
877 Bison Blvd
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8100
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,818 students
Rank: #77.
Discovery Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 2nd Ave Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8400
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8400
Grades: K-5
| 224 students
Rank: #88.
Tatanka Elementary Stem School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
703 8th St Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8600
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8600
Grades: K-5
| 452 students
Rank: #99.
Phoenix Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
877 Bison Blvd
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8102
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8102
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Rank: n/an/a
buffalo early child. sp. Educational program
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
214 Ne 1st Ave
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Grades: PK
| 125 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pride Transitions
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
800 - 8th St Ne
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 682-8721
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District?
Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District manages 11 public schools serving 5,313 students.
What is the rank of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District?
Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District is ranked #86 out of 527 school districts in Minnesota (top 20%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Minnesota school districts for: Highest overall rank (Top 20%), Highest math proficiency (Top 20%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District?
88% of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District?
Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District has a student/teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 16:1.
What is Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $14,939 is less than the state median of $18,586. The school district spending/student has grown by 13% over four school years.
Recent Articles
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
