Lanier County High School is an American public, four-year secondary education institution located in Lakeland, Georgia. It is the sole high school in the Lanier County School District and serves locally grades 9 through 12 and students aged 12-18.
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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
27%
36%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
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%.
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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