Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, Buford Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buford Middle serves the northeast part of Lancaster, SC, covering an area of approximately 93.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buford Middle School's student population of 374 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Buford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Middle School is 0.37, 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
#749 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
78%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Middle School's ranking?
Buford Middle School is ranked #749 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Buford Middle School often compared to?
Buford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. R. Rucker Middle School, North Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Buford Middle School?
374 students attend Buford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Buford Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
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 South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Middle School offer ?
Buford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buford Middle School part of?
Buford Middle School is part of Lancaster 01 School District.
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