Serving 478 students in grades 9-12, Lanier County High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lanier County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lakeland, GA, covering approximately 199.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 9.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 13.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanier County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lanier County High School's student population of 478 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanier County High 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 High School is 0.62, 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
#785 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier County High School's ranking?
Lanier County High School is ranked #785 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanier County High School?
The graduation rate of Lanier County High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Lanier County High School?
478 students attend Lanier County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lanier County High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lanier County High School?
Lanier County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanier County High School offer ?
Lanier County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanier County High School part of?
Lanier County High School is part of Lanier County School District.
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