Buffalo Elementary School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 71 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Elementary School
Buffalo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
242 students
Highland Elementary School
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
242 students
| Measure | Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, Iowa | Highland Elementary School Riverside, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #277 of 654 | #561 of 654 |
| National rank | #6294 of 50,301 | #19186 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 242 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 242 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 25.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| city | Buffalo | Riverside |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buffalo Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 58.5).
- •Buffalo Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Buffalo Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.2% vs 43.8%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo Elementary School better than Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Buffalo Elementary School ranks higher (77.7 vs 58.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buffalo Elementary School and Highland Elementary School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Buffalo and Riverside in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Elementary School: 242. Highland Elementary School: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Elementary School and Highland Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Buffalo Elementary School is 277th of 654 and Highland Elementary School is 561st of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).