Buford Academy vs Pharr Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Academy
Buford · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
816 students
Pharr Elementary School
Snellville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
816 students
| Measure | Buford Academy Buford, Georgia | Pharr Elementary School Snellville, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #138 of 1,308 | #168 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #6981 of 50,301 | #9331 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 816 | 816 |
| Enrollment | 816 | 816 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 64.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| city | Buford | Snellville |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 72.9).
- •Buford Academy does better on math proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Pharr Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 65%).
- •Buford Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 64.2%).
- •Pharr Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.6).
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 Pharr Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Buford Academy ranks higher (76.5 vs 72.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buford Academy and Pharr Elementary School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Buford and Snellville in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Academy: 816. Pharr Elementary School: 816. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Academy and Pharr Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Buford Academy is 138th of 1,308 and Pharr Elementary School is 168th of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).