Serving 593 students in grades 7-8, Buford Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Buford Middle School's student population of 593 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1364 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
37%
22%
White
33%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Middle School's ranking?
Buford Middle School is ranked #1364 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Buford Middle School often compared to?
Buford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buford Middle School?
593 students attend Buford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Buford Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buford Middle School?
Buford Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Middle School offer ?
Buford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buford Middle School part of?
Buford Middle School is part of Charlottesville Cty PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Buford Middle School located?
Buford Middle School is located in the Fifeville neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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