Serving 1,271 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Laurens High School's student population of 1,271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Laurens High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Laurens High School is 0.51, 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
#824 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
26%
36%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #824 out of 2,204 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Laurens High School?
1,271 students attend West Laurens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Laurens High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Laurens High School?
West Laurens High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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
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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