School Overview
Buford Middle School, located at 1890 North Rocky River Road in Lancaster, South Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for students in the northern part of Lancaster County. As part of the Lancaster County School District, the school is situated in a rural-to-suburban setting, fostering a close-knit community environment where faculty and staff focus on the academic and social development of early adolescents. The campus serves as a key transition point for students moving from elementary school to high school, prioritizing a structured yet supportive atmosphere tailored to middle-grade learners.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Buford community, often acting as a focal point for area pride and student extracurricular involvement. With a curriculum designed to meet state standards, Buford Middle emphasizes core academic competencies while also providing opportunities for student growth through various elective programs, athletics, and school-wide initiatives. By maintaining a focus on student engagement and community partnerships, the school strives to prepare its student body for the challenges and expectations of their future academic careers at the high school level and beyond.
373
Total Students
28.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Buford Middle
Demographic Student Count
White318
Hispanic18
Black25
Two or More11
American Indian1
  • White
    318 (85.3 %)
  • Black
    25 (6.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (4.8 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (2.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lancaster 01
Phone: (803)285-8473
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 373
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 112
Grade 7 124
Grade 8 137

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Buford Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6112
Grade 7124
Grade 8137
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Buford Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18349.1%
Male19050.9%