Very Good
#2740 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Buford Elementary
Elementary School · Lennox
10319 South Firmona Ave., Lennox, CA 90304
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,740 of 9,539
In Lennox
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Lennox
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Buford Elementary
Buford Elementary is a public elementary school in Lennox, CA, part of Lennox. Buford Elementary serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Buford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,740 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buford Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Buford Elementary runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Buford Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Buford Elementary — Students at Buford Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Buford Elementary Compares
See how Buford Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10319 South Firmona Ave., Lennox, CA 90304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buford Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Del Aire Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Moffett Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lennox, see our Lennox schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lennox Middle Lennox | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Felton Elementary Lennox | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary Lennox | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Moffett Elementary Lennox | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Beulah Payne P-8 STEAM Academy Inglewood | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Eucalyptus Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Del Aire Elementary Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Animo Leadership High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| The Afro-Montessori School Inglewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| Oak Street Elementary Inglewood | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Century Community Charter Inglewood | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Inglewood Continuation High Inglewood | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CORE 4 Learning Launchpad Inglewood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | 1.3 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Hawthorne High Hawthorne | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,317
Median Home Value
$696,200
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
26,215
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
29.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
34.5
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|---|---|
| Akers Elementary Lemoore, CA | 7.4 |
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buford Elementary
What grades does Buford Elementary serve?
Buford Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Buford Elementary?
Buford Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buford Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Buford Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buford Elementary rank in CA?
Buford Elementary ranks #2,740 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buford Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Buford Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buford Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buford Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buford Elementary a charter school?
No, Buford Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buford Elementary a Title I school?
No, Buford Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buford Elementary?
86.7% of students at Buford Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (310) 680-8900
Resources & Links
District
Lennox- District Enrollment
- 4,038
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,127
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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