Buford High School is a public, four-year, comprehensive high school located in Buford, Georgia, United States, in the Gwinnett area of Northside Atlanta.
Serving 1,966 students in grades 9-12, Buford High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Buford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Buford, GA, covering approximately 17.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buford High School's student population of 1,966 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,966 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Motto
Triple “A” Excellence: Excellence in Academics, Excellence in Athletics, and Excellence in the Arts!
School Rankings
Buford High School 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 High School is 0.71, 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
#170 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly Green, Vegas Gold, White
Source: 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 #170 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buford High School?
The graduation rate of Buford High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Buford High School?
1,966 students attend Buford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Buford High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% 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 17:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buford High School part of?
Buford High School is part of Buford City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK (NO SCHOOL)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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