Serving 1,262 students in grades 9-12, West Laurens High School ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 36% 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: 1,262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Laurens High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dexter, GA, encompassing approximately 802.4 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Laurens High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Laurens High School's student population of 1,262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
“It’s a Great Day to be a Raider!”
School Rankings
West Laurens 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 West Laurens High School is 0.52, 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
#705 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Laurens High School's ranking?
West Laurens High School is ranked #705 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Laurens High School often compared to?
West Laurens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Laurens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Laurens High School?
The graduation rate of West Laurens High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend West Laurens High School?
1,262 students attend West Laurens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Laurens High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Laurens High School?
West Laurens High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Laurens High School offer ?
West Laurens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Laurens High School part of?
West Laurens High School is part of Laurens County School District.
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