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 1,871 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 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lanier High School serves the northern part of Buford, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.9 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lanier High School's student population of 1,871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,871 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Rankings
Lanier High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanier High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#275 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
21%
36%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Longhorns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier High School's ranking?
Lanier High School is ranked #275 out of 2,192 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lanier High School?
1,871 students attend Lanier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lanier High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% 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 17:1, 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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