Serving 1,349 students in grades 6-8, Lanier Middle 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 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanier Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lanier Middle School's student population of 1,349 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lanier Middle 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 Middle 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
#304 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
30%
18%
Black
20%
36%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier Middle School's ranking?
Lanier Middle School is ranked #304 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lanier Middle School?
1,349 students attend Lanier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Lanier Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% 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 Middle School?
Lanier Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanier Middle School offer ?
Lanier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lanier Middle School part of?
Lanier Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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