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Buford Middle School

Buford City · Gwinnett County · 2750 Sawnee Ave, Buford, GA 30518.0

(770)904-3690

10/10
#23
Rank 23 out of 462
Top 5%
English Language Arts10/10 · #42 · 91st percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #70 · 85th percentile
Science10/10 · #14 · 97th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Buford Middle School sits in one of Georgia's most quietly impressive small-city school systems, where the tight-knit Buford City district punches well above its weight despite being surrounded by the much larger Gwinnett County. Science scores here are exceptional, and the school consistently ranks among the top middle schools in the state, making it a real draw for families who want rigorous academics without the chaos of a large suburban district. Buford itself has grown considerably over the past decade but still holds onto a small-town feel, with a walkable downtown and a strong community identity — the kind of place where school pride runs deep and families tend to put down roots.

Student Demographics

1,390 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
622 (45%)
Hispanic
377 (27%)
African American
166 (12%)
Asian
156 (11%)
Multiple Races
69 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners87 (6%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged521 (37%)
Students with Disabilities138 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

2,854
Enrollment
87.89
Teachers (FTE)
32.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4.75
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #94 · 79th percentile

49 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found