Overview

Discovery Elementary School is a public school in Buffalo, MN. It is one of 7 elementary schools in Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public School.

School Rating

Discovery Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Minnesota with the same grade levels.
6/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

301 2nd Avenue Northeast
Buffalo, MN 55313
School leader: Mr Mat Nelson
(763) 682-8400
(763) 682-8444
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