Buffalo Elementary School vs Vinson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Virginia, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Elementary School
Kenova · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
402 students
Vinson Middle School
Huntington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
164 students
| Measure | Buffalo Elementary School Kenova, West Virginia | Vinson Middle School Huntington, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #129 of 390 | #17 of 110 |
| National rank | #18028 of 50,301 | #5346 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 402 | 164 |
| Enrollment | 402 | 164 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| city | Kenova | Huntington |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (60.2 vs 60.7).
- •Buffalo Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Buffalo Elementary School is the larger school with 402 students compared with 164.
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 Vinson Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Buffalo Elementary School and Vinson Middle School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Kenova and Huntington in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Elementary School: 402. Vinson Middle School: 164. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Elementary School and Vinson Middle School rank in West Virginia?
Buffalo Elementary School is 129th of 390 and Vinson Middle School is 17th of 110 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).