Buford Senior Academy vs Friendship Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buford Senior Academy
Buford · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
1,368 students
Friendship Elementary School
Buford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
673 students
| Measure | Buford Senior Academy Buford, Georgia | Friendship Elementary School Buford, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 1,308 | #609 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #18443 of 50,301 | #30549 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,368 | 673 |
| Enrollment | 1,368 | 673 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.8% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 40% |
| city | Buford | Buford |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buford Senior Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 42.1).
- •Buford Senior Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 62.7%).
- •Friendship Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.3).
- •Buford Senior Academy is the larger school with 1,368 students compared with 673.
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 Senior Academy better than Friendship Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Buford Senior Academy ranks higher (59.6 vs 42.1 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 Senior Academy and Friendship Elementary School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Buford and Buford in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Senior Academy: 1,368. Friendship Elementary School: 673. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Senior Academy and Friendship Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Buford Senior Academy is 328th of 1,308 and Friendship Elementary School is 609th of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).