For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 5,155 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 64% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Gwinnett Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
170 Peachtree Industrial Blvd
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 745-2300
Buford, GA 30518
(678) 745-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 2,360 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Buford Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2750 Sawnee Ave
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 904-3690
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 904-3690
Gr: 6-8 | 1,426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Lanier Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6482 Suwanee Dam Rd
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-8419
Buford, GA 30518
(770) 945-8419
Gr: 6-8 | 1,369 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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 64% 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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