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Buford High School

#21 in Best Public High Schools in Georgia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Buford, GA
  • 210 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    A
  4. College Prep
    A-
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A+
  6. Health & Safety
    A+
  7. Administration
    A+
  8. Sports
    A+
  9. Food
    B+
  10. Resources & Facilities
    A-
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Buford High School is a top rated, public school located in Buford, GA. It has 1,299 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 82% of students are at least proficient in math and 69% in reading.
Address
2750 Sawnee Ave
Buford, GA 30518
Telephone
(770) 945-6768
Website
bufordcityschools.org

Buford High School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
69%
Percent Proficient - Math
82%
Average Graduation Rate
91%
Average SAT
1160
217 responses
Average ACT
26
104 responses
AP Enrollment
30%
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Living in the Area
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    B
  2. Good for Families
    A
  3. Housing
    B+
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$48,772
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$867
National
$949
Median Home Value
$182,500
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
88%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
Poll
85%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 73 responses
Report
  • When the drumline plays during football season
    18%
  • Homecoming/Spirit Week & our annual Chorus Concert
    18%
  • Senior Week
    16%
  • Prom
    14%
  • The Band's Halftime Show
    11%
  • Homecoming parade
    7%
  • Triple A Day
    3%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,299
Free or Reduced Lunch
34%
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.28 responses
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.28 responses
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.28 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$57,942
Teachers in First/Second Year
0.4%
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.36 responses
86%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.36 responses
89%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.36 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$10,604/ year
National
$12,239
93%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.40 responses
63%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.40 responses
83%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.40 responses
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Buford High School Reviews

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Overall, Buford High School is the perfect school to when it comes to being prepared for college. To start off, 89% of graduates attend college/post secondary school. Former students that are attending college have said that some of the classes they took in high school are easier than the classes they are taking now! When it comes to winning, Buford High School is responsible for winning over 65 state championships in academic, athletics, and the arts. Overall, this high school stands out from others in the county of Gwinnett and in the state.
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Buford High School is a very good school. I would recommend it over other schools in the Gwinnett County area. It is a public school in Gwinnett but if you do not live in Buford city, you will pay an out of district cost. I was a transfer student and my parents paid for out of district for two years and then we moved into the district of Buford. I definitely feel like I benefited from transferring from my last school. Our principal had a strong code of ethics and with no tolerance for any drug, alcohol, bullying, any type of weapons and more. Graduated and happy with the classes, courses, and friends made along the way. Now here I come Georgia Southern University!
I have been apart of the Buford City Schools district since 2nd grade. I loved Buford City Schools from 2nd to 8th grade, but once you get to the high school, everything changes. The other students aren't disciplined if they pay money to the higher up people in the community. They can get away with terrible things unlike me. This also happens with the sports teams, like tennis. It is pay to play. No one is positioned based off of skill, they are positioned best off of how much money they pay the coaches. They are literally violating some of the Georgia High School Association rules. The worst part is, no one is stopping them. Everyone is turning a blind eye to it. The only reason why I have stayed is that their academic program is excellent and prepares you for college.