Lucy C. Laney Comprehensive High School is a public high school in the Laney-Walker district of Augusta, Georgia, United States. It was formed in 1949 by combining the A. R. Johnson and Haines Normal and Industrial Institute.
Serving 736 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 3% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Laney High School serves the northeast part of Augusta, GA, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laney High School's student population of 736 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Motto
Building a globally competitive school system that educates the whole child through teaching, learning, collaboration, and innovation.
School Rankings
Laney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laney High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2143 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Grey
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: 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 #2143 out of 2,192 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laney High School?
The graduation rate of Laney High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Laney High School?
736 students attend Laney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Laney High School students are Black, 4% 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 17:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laney High School part of?
Laney High School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is Laney High School located?
Laney High School is located in the Laney Walker neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 2 other public schools located in Laney Walker.
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