Serving 816 students in grades 1-2, 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 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Buford Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Buford, GA, encompassing approximately 17.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the zone edge, reaching a maximum of 5 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Buford Academy's student population of 816 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
816 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Buford Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Academy is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #144 out of 2,192 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Buford Academy?
816 students attend Buford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Buford Academy students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buford Academy?
Buford Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Academy offer ?
Buford Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buford Academy part of?
Buford Academy is part of Buford City School District.
School Calendar
View the Buford Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School-Early Release
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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