Lanier Junior Senior High School, formerly W. H. Lanier High School, is a public middle and high school located in Jackson, Mississippi, United States. It is part of the Jackson Public School District. The current principal is Valerie Bradley.
Serving 863 students in grades 7-12, Lanier High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lanier High School's student population of 863 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Rankings
Lanier High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanier High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#658 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
99%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier High School's ranking?
Lanier High School is ranked #658 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lanier High School often compared to?
Lanier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Callaway High School, Murrah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanier High School?
The graduation rate of Lanier High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lanier High School?
863 students attend Lanier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lanier High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lanier High School?
Lanier High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lanier High School offer ?
Lanier High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanier High School part of?
Lanier High School is part of Jackson Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Lanier High School located?
Lanier High School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in Belhaven.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
i just love Lanier! It is a wonderful place for your kids to go for their education1
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