Serving 665 students in grades 9-12, Laney High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laney High School's student population of 665 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laney High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2080 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
94%
36%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laney High School's ranking?
Laney High School is ranked #2080 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Laney High School often compared to?
Laney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Josey High School, Academy Of Richmond County High School, Johnson Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laney High School?
The graduation rate of Laney High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Laney High School?
665 students attend Laney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Laney High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laney High School?
Laney High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laney High School offer ?
Laney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Laney High School part of?
Laney High School is part of Richmond County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 15, 2024 (Monday)
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