Buford Elementary School vs Buford Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 875 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Elementary School
Buford · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
431 students
Buford Middle School
Buford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,426 students
| Measure | Buford Elementary School Buford, Georgia | Buford Middle School Buford, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #139 of 1,308 | #40 of 482 |
| National rank | #6982 of 50,301 | #2008 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 431 | 1,426 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 1,426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 69% |
| Math proficiency | – | 76% |
| city | Buford | Buford |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.5 vs 76.9).
- •Buford Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 36.7%).
- •Buford Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 16.4).
- •Buford Middle School is the larger school with 1,426 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 Elementary School better than Buford Middle 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 Elementary School and Buford Middle School?
About 875 m in a straight line, between Buford and Buford in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Elementary School: 431. Buford Middle School: 1,426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Elementary School and Buford Middle School rank in Georgia?
Buford Elementary School is 139th of 1,308 and Buford Middle School is 40th of 482 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).