Serving 160 students in grades 7-8, Lanett Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama 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 Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanett Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lanett Junior High School's student population of 160 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanett Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanett Junior High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1098 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
74%
32%
White
7%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanett Junior High School's ranking?
Lanett Junior High School is ranked #1098 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Lanett Junior High School?
160 students attend Lanett Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lanett Junior High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Lanett Junior High School offer ?
Lanett Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lanett Junior High School part of?
Lanett Junior High School is part of Lanett City School District.
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