Serving 1,949 students in grades 9-12, Lassiter High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lassiter 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lassiter High School's student population of 1,949 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lassiter High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lassiter High School is 0.53, which is less 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
#57 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
7%
36%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lassiter High School's ranking?
Lassiter High School is ranked #57 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lassiter High School often compared to?
Lassiter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pope High School, Walton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lassiter High School?
The graduation rate of Lassiter High School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lassiter High School?
1,949 students attend Lassiter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lassiter High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lassiter High School?
Lassiter High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lassiter High School offer ?
Lassiter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lassiter High School part of?
Lassiter High School is part of Cobb County School District.
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