For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,652 students in Lakeland, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Lakeland, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeland, GA are Lanier County Elementary School, Lanier County High School and Lanier County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lakeland, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lakeland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lakeland, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lanier County Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
92 S Valdosta Rd
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3870
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3870
Gr: PK-5 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Lanier County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
52 W Patten Ave
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3868
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3868
Gr: 9-12 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Lanier County Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 W Patten Ave
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-8247
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-8247
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Lakeland, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crossroads Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
325 West Patten St
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3868
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3868
28 S Valdosta Rd
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3580
Lakeland, GA 31635
(229) 482-3580
Gr: PK-2 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lakeland, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Lakeland, GA include Lanier County Elementary School, Lanier County High School and Lanier County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lakeland?
3 public schools are located in Lakeland.
What percentage of students in Lakeland go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Lakeland are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lakeland?
Lakeland public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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