Serving 559 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 was 57% (which was lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 59% (which was lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 64% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Buford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be at the Right Place, at the Right Time, doing the Right Thing, with the Right Materials.
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1350 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
36%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Middle School's ranking?
Buford Middle School is ranked #1350 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
559 students attend Buford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Buford Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buford Middle School?
Buford Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buford Middle School part of?
Buford Middle School is part of Charlottesville City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Buford Middle School located?
Buford Middle School is located in the Fifeville neighborhood of Charlottesville, VA.
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