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Best 30518 Georgia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,784 students in 30518, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 30518, GA are Buford High School and Lanier High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 30518 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 30518, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 30518 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buford High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).

Best 30518, GA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buford High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2455 Buford Hwy
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-6768
Gr: 9-12 | 1,923 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Lanier High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
918 Buford Hwy
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 765-4040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,861 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 30518 Georgia

30518, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1160 Level Creek Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 271-5060
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 30518, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 30518, GA include Buford High School and Lanier High School.
How many public high schools are located in 30518?
2 public high schools are located in 30518.
What is the racial composition of students in 30518?
30518 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).

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