Buford Elementary School serves 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Buford Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Buford Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
8%
36%
White
45%
35%
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%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Buford Elementary School often compared to?
Buford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Buford Elementary School?
434 students attend Buford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Buford Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buford Elementary School?
Buford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buford Elementary School offer ?
Buford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Buford Elementary School part of?
Buford Elementary School is part of Buford City School District.
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Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
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