For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 4,973 students in 30518, GA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 30518, GA are North Gwinnett Middle School, Buford Middle School and Lanier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30518 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30518, GA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30518, GA Public Middle 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.
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: #33.
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
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 middle schools in 30518, GA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 30518, GA include North Gwinnett Middle School, Buford Middle School and Lanier Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30518?
3 public middle schools are located in 30518.
What is the racial composition of students in 30518?
30518 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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