Lanier High School is a public high school in Sugar Hill, Georgia, United States, and is a part of Gwinnett County Public Schools. It opened for classes on August 9, 2010.
Serving 1,861 students in grades 9-12, Lanier High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lanier High School's student population of 1,861 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanier High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanier High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#362 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorns
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier High School's ranking?
Lanier High School is ranked #362 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lanier High School often compared to?
Lanier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanier High School?
The graduation rate of Lanier High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lanier High School?
1,861 students attend Lanier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lanier High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanier High School offer ?
Lanier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanier High School part of?
Lanier High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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