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#403 of 433 private schools in GA

Faith Academy -buford

High School

1651 HORIZON PKWY, Buford, GA 30518

Private

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Georgia private schools

#403 of 433

In Buford

#2 of 2

public schools

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Faith Academy -buford

4.6/10

High School in Buford · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.8/10

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About Faith Academy -buford

Faith Academy -buford is a private high school in Buford, GA. Faith Academy -buford serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Academy -buford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it compares1.5 pts below GA schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • GA avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 43 students, Faith Academy -buford is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Faith Academy -buford is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Faith Academy -buford compares to the 12 public schools in Buford, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
1,264
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 46.5% vs 0%
White 44.2% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Faith Academy -buford Buford Public Avg

All Schools in Buford

School Rating
Faith Academy -buford (this school) 4.6
Harmony Elementary School 8.8
Patrick Elementary School 8.0
Buford High School 8.2
Buford Senior Academy 9.0
Buford Academy 9.2
Buford Middle School 8.5
Buford Elementary School 8.8
Ivy Creek Elementary School 9.0
Jones Middle School 8.3
Twin Rivers Middle School 8.4
Friendship Elementary School 5.1
Seckinger High School

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in GA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,050
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 59%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Enrollment 43
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in GA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 46.5%
White 44.2%
Two or More 4.7%
Black 2.3%
Asian 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1651 HORIZON PKWY, Buford, GA 30518

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Faith Academy -buford may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Buford High School (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lanier High School (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Sugar Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountain View High School (rated 6.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Lawrenceville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buford, see our Buford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Harmony Elementary School Buford 1.4 mi 8.8
SUGAR HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sugar Hill 1.8 mi 5.8
OLD SUWANEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Buford 1.8 mi 6.6
Rock Springs Elementary School Lawrenceville 2.3 mi 8.2
Lanier High School Sugar Hill 2.0 mi 7.2
Buford High School Buford 2.5 mi 8.2
Patrick Elementary School Buford 2.3 mi 8.0
Buford Senior Academy Buford 3.1 mi 9.0
Sugar Hill Elementary School Sugar Hill 2.7 mi 8.8
Buford Academy Buford 3.3 mi 9.2
Buford Middle School Buford 3.5 mi 8.5
Buford Elementary School Buford 3.6 mi 8.8
Roberts Elementary School Suwanee 3.2 mi 9.2
Mountain View High School Lawrenceville 3.4 mi 6.6
Woodward Mill Elementary School Lawrenceville 4.0 mi 8.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Sugar Hill 3.5 mi
Ivy Creek Elementary School Buford 3.6 mi 9.0
Twin Rivers Middle School Buford 3.9 mi 8.4
Jones Middle School Buford 3.7 mi 8.3
STEPPING STONE MONTESSORI Sugar Hill 3.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,339

Median Home Value

$367,000

Median Rent

$1,611/mo

Population

56,309

College Educated

39.9%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Faith Academy -buford

What grades does Faith Academy -buford serve?

Faith Academy -buford serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Faith Academy -buford?

Faith Academy -buford has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Academy -buford?

The student-teacher ratio at Faith Academy -buford is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Faith Academy -buford rank in GA?

Faith Academy -buford ranks #403 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Faith Academy -buford's MySchoolScout rating?

Faith Academy -buford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Faith Academy -buford a private school?

Yes, Faith Academy -buford is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Faith Academy -buford a religious school?

Faith Academy -buford has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Gwinnett County

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