Lanett Senior High School ranked #1126 in Alabama in 2023, reflecting a decline from #964 in 2019 and placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency ranged from 11–19%, significantly lower than the state average of around 30%, while reading proficiency was at or below 10%, lower than the state average near 47%; science proficiency was 11–19%, also below the state average near 38%.
Minority enrollment was 96% with 247 out of 261 students eligible for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need; enrollment increased slightly from 229 students in 2022 to 261 students in 2023.
The school served grades 9–12 with 261 students and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, ranking among the top 10% for lowest student–teacher ratio in Alabama.
Graduation rates ranged from 70%–79% in recent years, consistently below the state average of about 88–90%, positioning the school in the bottom 50% of Alabama high schools for graduation outcomes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanett Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lanett Senior High School's student population of 261 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Lanett Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanett Senior High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1126 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
73%
32%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanett Senior High School's ranking?
Lanett Senior High School is ranked #1126 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lanett Senior High School often compared to?
Lanett Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanett Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lanett Senior High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lanett Senior High School?
261 students attend Lanett Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lanett Senior High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lanett Senior High School?
Lanett Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lanett Senior High School offer ?
Lanett Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanett Senior High School part of?
Lanett Senior High School is part of Lanett City School District.
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