Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Buford Elementary serves the northeast part of Lancaster, SC, covering an area of approximately 93.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buford Elementary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Everybody Counts, Every Moment Matters!
School Rankings
Buford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Elementary School's ranking?
Buford Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Buford Elementary School often compared to?
Buford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Land Elementary School, Clinton Elementary School, Lewisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Buford Elementary School?
792 students attend Buford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Buford Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buford Elementary School?
Buford Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Elementary School offer ?
Buford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buford Elementary School part of?
Buford Elementary School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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