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3 schools in Buffalo Center

Iowa · Public K-12

Buffalo Center, Iowa operates 3 public K-12 schools between its neighborhoods, enrolling about 466 students (around 155 per campus).

7-year change in Buffalo Center

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
466
-45 (-9%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
85%
was 86%
% Hispanic
14%
was 13%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
North Iowa Elementary Buffalo CenterElementaryPK-05227
North Iowa High SchoolHigh09-12124
North Iowa Middle SchoolMiddle06-08115

About Buffalo Center

Public education in Buffalo Center, Iowa runs across 3 schools that instructs roughly 466 students. By footprint, Buffalo Center sits in the compact bracket.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city is built around 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Buffalo Center average about 155 students each, 59% below the Iowa norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 466 students, shrank 9% from the 511 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Buffalo Center discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Buffalo Center, Iowa?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Buffalo Center, with a combined enrollment of about 466.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Buffalo Center?
Buffalo Center has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Buffalo Center?
North Iowa Elementary Buffalo Center is the largest public school in Buffalo Center by enrollment, with approximately 227 students.
What school districts serve Buffalo Center?
Buffalo Center public schools are operated by North Iowa Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Buffalo Center cover?
Public schools in Buffalo Center serve students from pre-K through grade 12.