Serving 1,368 students in grades 3-5, Buford Senior Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 1,368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buford Senior Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Buford Senior Academy's student population of 1,368 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
Buford Senior Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buford Senior Academy is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
10%
36%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Buford City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buford Senior Academy's ranking?
Buford Senior Academy is ranked #136 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Buford Senior Academy often compared to?
Buford Senior Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Buford Senior Academy?
1,368 students attend Buford Senior Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Buford Senior Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buford Senior Academy?
Buford Senior Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Senior Academy offer ?
Buford Senior Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buford Senior Academy part of?
Buford Senior Academy is part of Buford City School District.
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