Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buford Elementary serves a central area in Inglewood, CA, encompassing approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buford Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Buford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4084 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Elementary School's ranking?
Buford Elementary School is ranked #4084 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Buford Elementary School often compared to?
Buford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolores Huerta Elementary School, Moffett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Buford Elementary School?
513 students attend Buford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Buford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buford Elementary School?
Buford Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Buford Elementary School offer ?
Buford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Buford Elementary School part of?
Buford Elementary School is part of Lennox School District.
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