Serving 1,258 students in grades 1-3, Buford Academy ranks in the top 10% 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 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 1,258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Buford Academy's student population of 1,258 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
1,258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buford Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Academy is 0.67, 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
#158 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
49%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Academy's ranking?
Buford Academy is ranked #158 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Buford Academy often compared to?
Buford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Buford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Buford Academy?
1,258 students attend Buford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Buford Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buford Academy?
Buford Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Academy offer ?
Buford Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Buford Academy part of?
Buford Academy is part of Buford City School District.
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