Buford Academy vs Buford Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 696 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Academy
Buford · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
816 students
Buford Elementary School
Buford · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
431 students
| Measure | Buford Academy Buford, Georgia | Buford Elementary School Buford, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #138 of 1,308 | #139 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #6981 of 50,301 | #6982 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 816 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 816 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 34.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Buford | Buford |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.5 vs 76.5).
- •Buford Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 39.8%).
- •Buford Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.6).
- •Buford Academy is the larger school with 816 students compared with 431.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buford Academy better than Buford Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Buford Academy and Buford Elementary School?
About 696 m in a straight line, between Buford and Buford in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Academy: 816. Buford Elementary School: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Academy and Buford Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Buford Academy is 138th of 1,308 and Buford Elementary School is 139th of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).