Serving 1,784 students in grades 9-12, Buford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Buford High School's student population of 1,784 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
50%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford High School's ranking?
Buford High School is ranked #587 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Buford High School often compared to?
Buford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buford High School?
The graduation rate of Buford High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Buford High School?
1,784 students attend Buford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Buford High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buford High School?
Buford High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford High School offer ?
Buford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Buford High School part of?
Buford High School is part of Buford City School District.
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