For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 9,748 students in 30518, GA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30518, GA are North Gwinnett Middle School, White Oak Elementary School and Buford Senior Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 30518 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Georgia public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 30518, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Georgia public elementary school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30518, GA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Gwinnett Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
170 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 745-2300
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 745-2300
Grades: 6-8
| 2,242 students
Rank: #22.
White Oak Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6442 Suwanee Dam Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 546-5550
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 546-5550
Grades: PK-5
| 709 students
Rank: #33.
Buford Senior Academy
(Math: 67% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2700 Robert Bell Pkwy
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 546-0414
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 546-0414
Grades: 4-5
| 878 students
Rank: #44.
Buford Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2750 Sawnee Ave
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 904-3690
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 904-3690
Grades: 6-8
| 1,436 students
Rank: #55.
Buford Academy
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2705 Robert Bell Pkwy
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 482-6960
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 482-6960
Grades: 1-3
| 1,275 students
Rank: #66.
Lanier Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6482 Suwanee Dam Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-8419
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-8419
Grades: 6-8
| 1,295 students
Rank: #77.
Sugar Hill Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 Level Creek Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-5735
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-5735
Grades: PK-5
| 1,145 students
Rank: #88.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5695 Sycamore Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 714-5770
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 714-5770
Grades: PK-5
| 768 students
30518, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1160 Level Creek Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 271-5060
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 271-5060
Grades: PK
| 53 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 30518, GA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 30518, GA include North Gwinnett Middle School, White Oak Elementary School and Buford Senior Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 30518?
8 public elementary schools are located in 30518.
What is the racial composition of students in 30518?
30518 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Georgia public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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