For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,784 students in 30518, GA.
The top ranked public high schools in 30518, GA are Buford High School and Lanier High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30518 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30518, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30518 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buford High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30518, GA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buford High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2455 Buford Hwy
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-6768
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-6768
Gr: 9-12 | 1,923 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Lanier High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
918 Buford Hwy
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 765-4040
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 765-4040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,861 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
30518, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1160 Level Creek Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 271-5060
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 271-5060
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 30518, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 30518, GA include Buford High School and Lanier High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30518?
2 public high schools are located in 30518.
What is the racial composition of students in 30518?
30518 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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