Buford Senior Academy vs Poole's Mill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 28 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
Poole's Mill Elementary
Cumming · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,384 students
| Measure | Buford Senior Academy Buford, Georgia | Poole's Mill Elementary Cumming, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #328 of 1,308 | #182 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #18443 of 50,301 | #10408 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,368 | 1,384 |
| Enrollment | 1,368 | 1,384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.8% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Buford | Cumming |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poole's Mill Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 59.6).
- •Poole's Mill Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22% vs 36.8%).
- •Poole's Mill Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.3).
- •Poole's Mill Elementary is the larger school with 1,384 students compared with 1,368.
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 Poole's Mill Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Poole's Mill Elementary ranks higher (71.3 vs 59.6 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 Poole's Mill Elementary?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Buford and Cumming in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buford Senior Academy: 1,368. Poole's Mill Elementary: 1,384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buford Senior Academy and Poole's Mill Elementary rank in Georgia?
Buford Senior Academy is 328th of 1,308 and Poole's Mill Elementary is 182nd of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).