Buford Middle School

Buford Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
2750 Sawnee Ave,  Buford, GA
Buford City Schools
2.5
3.2
1,378 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Melanie Reed
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
72%
Reading Proficiency
62%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
72%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
86
Full Time Teachers
86
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.1%

GreatSchools Rating

9
Test Scores
9
Equity
6
Student Progress
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Test Scores

Math
40.2%
State Average
15.6%
Science
24.1%
State Average
10.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
659:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%
White
47.5%
Hispanic
28.7%
Black
10.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.1%
Two or more races
5.3%

School Rankings

#1 Best Public MS in Georgia
#6 Best Public MS Teachers in Georgia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.5 10 Reviews
3.0
5/19/2023
They have a great education system. But their rules are too strict. The dress code is ridiculous, guys can wear athletic pants but girls can't plus creepy gym teacher
2.0 Parent
4/14/2020
They focus mostly on the ESOL program and direct a lot of their resources to the kids that come from underprivileged homes. While that is fine they need to also put as much effort into the gifted program. They teach to ensure their test scores are good they don't teach the student how to "think" or problem solve ... they don't challenge them. The lunches are poor. I used to think Buford was top notch as far as education but now I think it's all smoke and mirrors.. the new highschool says it all. That money should've gone towards the kids not their image... there is no baseball program for the boys just the girls. The whole system needs a serious overhaul in my opinion. Niche grade is way off.
1.0 Middle School Student
7/25/2018
I like the school itself because of how clean and organized it is. My main problem is the administration because they don't really care about students just the schools reputation.
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3.2 4 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/1/2025
This school is horrible for your child! They don't care about the kids and only care about the kids that are rich or if they are on the school board. Today, my kid asked them if the walls were bulletproof because they are small bricks about 4 inches thick. He got in trouble. A few months back, my ki...
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5.0 other
1/23/2023
I used to go to this school, and it was such an amazing school. Now that I have moved I wish I could go back to this school. I’ve realized how such a good school it is. I loved its strict rules because that made people afraid of vaping, ect.. Also, the teachers were great, and teaching was great. Th...
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4.0 parent
10/21/2020
My son has been a student from K-6 so far. We have been to Elementary, Academy, Senior Academy, and now Middle school. We've had some issues over the years, but they've all been resolved in a timely, effective manner.
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3.0 other
2/14/2014
I am a 7th grade student at Buford Middle. I put 3 stars on the school because yes it is sanitary, good teaching, etc. But sometimes there is just too much homework. I have to wake up 6 in the morning, never getting enough sleep. Most of the kids are troublesome and can't be under control. And most...
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Buford Middle School

Buford Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Buford, GA, in the Buford neighborhood, and is served by the Buford City Schools in Georgia. The school has a total enrollment of 1,378 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 72% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Buford Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $548,745. Discover additional schools in the area, like Buford High School, Lanier High School, Sugar Hill Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Buford has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Buford Middle School.

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