Buffalo Trail Elementary

Summary:

Buffalo Trail Elementary is a public elementary school located in Aldie, Virginia, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 815 and is part of the Loudoun County Public Schools district.

Buffalo Trail Elementary consistently ranks among the top 20% of Virginia elementary schools, with students outperforming state and district averages in SOL assessments across various subjects. The school has a diverse student population, with a significant Asian student population (48.22%) and a relatively balanced representation of other racial groups. Additionally, Buffalo Trail Elementary has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 12.9 to 22, and a low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 7.48% to 10.06%, which is lower than the surrounding schools like Virginia Run Elementary, Arcola Elementary, and Elaine E. Thompson Elementary.

The consistent academic excellence, diverse student population, and favorable student-teacher ratio at Buffalo Trail Elementary make it a standout institution within the Loudoun County Public Schools district. While the nearby schools generally perform well, Buffalo Trail Elementary's exceptional performance, particularly in terms of academic achievement and student-teacher ratio, sets it apart as one of the top-performing schools in the area.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 42190 Seven Hills Drive
       Aldie, VA  20105


(703) 722-2780

District: Loudoun County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
202nd of 1,114 Virginia Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,482 Help


Students who attend Buffalo Trail Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Willard Middle
High:    Lightridge High

Student/teacher ratio:  12.9 Help
Number of students:  815

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
48.2%
White:
29.2%
African American:
8.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  10.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Buffalo Trail Elementary ranks better than 81.9% of elementary schools in Virginia. It also ranks 25th among 59 ranked elementary schools in the Loudoun County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 80.86. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Buffalo Trail Elementary has the largest elementary school student body size in the Loudoun County Public Schools District.  (See more...)
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Buffalo Trail Elementary is $11,482. 56 elementary schools in the Loudoun County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Buffalo Trail Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Buffalo Trail Elementary 202nd of 1114 Virginia public elementary schools. (See Buffalo Trail Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Loudoun County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Loudoun County Public Schools 24th of 130 Virginia school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Buffalo Trail Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2013 80.09 143rd 1120 87.2%
2014 76.35 198th 1110 82.2%
2015 74.49 225th 1100 79.5%
2016 66.40 362nd 1096 67.0%
2017 60.37 455th 1099 58.6%
2018 64.84 399th 1097 63.6%
2019 64.45 425th 1105 61.5%
2021 82.89 168th 1103 84.8%
2022 82.23 182nd 1109 83.6%
2023 84.57 129th 1114 88.4%
2024 80.86 202nd 1114 81.9%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 68.59 82nd 245 66.5%
2024 48.52 142nd 247 42.5%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 84.76 36th 300 88.0%
2024 78.03 52nd 306 83.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 66.57 315th 1036 69.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 78.96 194th 1100 82.4%
2024 79.34 190th 1098 82.7%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 45.49 248th 355 30.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 86.32 81st 1093 92.6%
2024 80.18 189th 1101 82.8%
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Rank History for Asian students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 65.80 79th 230 65.7%
2024 67.16 82nd 238 65.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 92.95 18th 579 96.9%
2024 85.30 50th 588 91.5%
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Rank History for White students at Buffalo Trail Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools VA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 60.39 407th 984 58.6%
2024 59.20 435th 979 55.6%
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Data source: test scores: Virginia Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Virginia Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, November 17, 2016

Open Quote This is a terrible school for special need children. Despite the info from 2 parents and a previous employee, my child was sent here. The teacher and Administrator, both are extremely incapable, insensitive and within 2 months I had to remove my kid from that school. If you have any special needs kid, from Developmental delay to Autism, stay away from Buffelo Trail. I have heart breaking experience. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, November 14, 2013

Open Quote Both the leadership run by Mrs. Rogaliner and the teachers in each classrom are exceptional. My children have done very well in this environment. I would recommend it to everyone, anyone! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Buffalo Trail Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2011 241 22 145 22 6 0 20 0 456
2012 276 20 187 25 3 0 30 0 541
2013 349 36 255 34 3 0 36 0 713
2014 408 38 309 38 11 0 46 0 850
2015 358 48 187 41 7 2 49 0 692
2016 474 83 328 88 7 3 53 0 1036
2017 544 109 379 70 8 6 69 0 1185
2018 568 113 451 77 8 5 82 0 1304
2019 321 104 406 58 8 2 61 0 960
2020 424 107 475 69 12 1 71 0 1159
2021 414 114 469 70 13 1 78 0 1159
2022 264 82 407 52 8 0 56 0 869
2023 238 66 393 52 8 0 58 0 815

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Buffalo Trail Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2011 456 26.4 17.2 5.3
2012 541 30.1 17.9 5
2013 713 35.4 20.1 4.5
2014 850 40.9 20.7 6.6
2015 692 34.0 20.3 5.5
2016 1036 48.0 21.5 8.3
2017 1185 48.8 24.2 4.7
2018 1304 53.0 24.5 3.8
2019 960 51.5 18.6 5
2020 1159 53.1 21.8 5.6
2021 1159 52.6 22.0 n/a
2022 869 51.6 16.8 7.5
2023 815 63.0 12.9 10.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Buffalo Trail Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2011 456 26.4 17.2 5.3
2012 541 30.1 17.9 5
2013 713 35.4 20.1 4.5
2014 850 40.9 20.7 6.6
2015 692 34.0 20.3 5.5
2016 1036 48.0 21.5 8.3
2017 1185 48.8 24.2 4.7
2018 1304 53.0 24.5 3.8
2019 960 51.5 18.6 5
2020 1159 53.1 21.8 5.6
2021 1159 52.6 22.0 n/a
2022 869 51.6 16.8 7.5
2023 815 63.0 12.9 10.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Buffalo Trail Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $163 (1.5%) $10,382 (98.5%) $10,545
2020 $320 (3.0%) $10,405 (97.0%) $10,726
2021 $265 (2.3%) $11,218 (97.7%) $11,482

Data source: Virginia Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Buffalo Trail Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 425th of 1105 Elementary schoolsRanks 129th of 1114 Elementary schools
 26.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Buffalo Trail Elementary)8989.6
 0.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Loudoun County Public Schools)8777.1
 9.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8269.1
 12.9%
3rd Grade English Reading (Buffalo Trail Elementary)8085.9
 5.9%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Loudoun County Public Schools)7673.8
 2.2%
   3rd Grade English Reading (Virginia)7166.1
 4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Buffalo Trail Elementary)9085.6
 4.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Loudoun County Public Schools)8879.1
 8.9%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8369.7
 13.3%
4th Grade English Reading (Buffalo Trail Elementary)7684.9
 8.9%
   4th Grade English Reading (Loudoun County Public Schools)8180.9
 0.1%
   4th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7572.7
 2.3%
5th Grade Mathematics (Buffalo Trail Elementary)8391
 8%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Loudoun County Public Schools)8878.6
 9.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Virginia)8167
 14%
5th Grade Science (Buffalo Trail Elementary)8277.8
 4.2%
   5th Grade Science (Loudoun County Public Schools)8573.3
 11.7%
   5th Grade Science (Virginia)7966
 13%
5th Grade English Reading (Buffalo Trail Elementary)8287.5
 5.5%
   5th Grade English Reading (Loudoun County Public Schools)8479.6
 4.4%
   5th Grade English Reading (Virginia)7871.4
 6.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students960815
 15.1%
African American10466
 36.5%
American Indian88
Asian406393
 3.2%
Hispanic5852
 10.3%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White321238
 25.9%
Two or More Races6158
 4.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients5%10.1%
 5.1%


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Students who attend Buffalo Trail Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Willard Middle
High : Lightridge High

Buffalo Trail Elementary ranks 202nd of 1114 Virginia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 815 students attended Buffalo Trail Elementary.

Students at Buffalo Trail Elementary are 48% Asian, 29% White, 8% African American, 7% Two or more races, 6% Hispanic.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Virginia Department of Education.

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