Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lanier County Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lanier County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lakeland, GA, covering approximately 199.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lanier County Elementary School's student population of 850 students has grown by 126% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 114% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing all to learn, live & lead empowering, engaging, & inspiring excellence every day
School Rankings
Lanier County Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanier County Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#741 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier County Elementary School's ranking?
Lanier County Elementary School is ranked #741 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lanier County Elementary School?
850 students attend Lanier County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lanier County Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lanier County Elementary School?
Lanier County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanier County Elementary School offer ?
Lanier County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanier County Elementary School part of?
Lanier County Elementary School is part of Lanier County School District.
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