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Buford Elementary

1906 North Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC 29720, United States
+1 (803) 286-0026
7.1
Overall Rating

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Buford Elementary Overview

About This School

Buford Elementary is a public elementary in Lancaster, South Carolina, serving 792 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 66% in ELA and 75% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 47 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,904. Additionally, the school provides support with one counselor for every 396 students. Students are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is 83% White, 6% Hispanic, 6% Black, and 5% Two or More Races.

792
Total Students
PK-5
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
47 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts66%
Mathematics75%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Lancaster County
Students per Counselor
396:1

Buford Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

66%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 46%State Avg: 52%
75%
Mathematics
City Avg: 42%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.4:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
396
Students per Counselor

Buford Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
47

Average Teacher Salary

$64,904
City Avg: $64,904
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor396:1

Buford Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.01%
Male
48.86%
Female
Total Enrollment: 792 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White82.95%
Hispanic5.68%
Asian0%
Black5.81%
Two or More Races5.3%
Native American0%

Buford Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Buford Elementary

Q: What is Buford Elementary?

A: Buford Elementary is a elementary public located in Lancaster.

Q: How many students attend Buford Elementary?

A: Buford Elementary has approximately 792 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Buford Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Buford Elementary is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Buford Elementary

Buford Elementary is a public elementary in Lancaster, South Carolina, serving 792 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 66% in ELA and 75% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 47 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,904. Additionally, the school provides support with one counselor for every 396 students. Students are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is 83% White, 6% Hispanic, 6% Black, and 5% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Buford Elementary - Lancaster, SC

Quick Facts about Buford Elementary
School NameBuford Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location1906 North Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC 29720, Lancaster, SC
CountyLancaster County
Phone+1 (803) 286-0026
Total Students792
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers47
Rating7.1/10
ELA Proficiency66%
Math Proficiency75%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Buford Elementary

What is Buford Elementary?

Buford Elementary is a elementary public located in Lancaster.

How many students attend Buford Elementary?

Buford Elementary has approximately 792 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buford Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Buford Elementary is 16:1.

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