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Lanier Senior High School

High School · Montgomery County

1756 S Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#1,022 of 1,356

In Montgomery

#28 of 52

public schools

In district

#27 of 51

Montgomery County

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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5.1/10

High School in Montgomery · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lanier Senior High School

Lanier Senior High School is a public high school in Montgomery, AL, part of Montgomery County. Lanier Senior High School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lanier Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,022 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Lanier Senior High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • AL avg 5.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation50.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,977

Lanier Senior High School — Students at Lanier Senior High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
0.5%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
0.5%
ELA
9%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.

How Lanier Senior High School Compares

See how Lanier Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in AL
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
50.7% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1756 S Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lanier Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. McIntyre Comprehensive Academy (rated 3.9/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Carver Senior High School (rated 3.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLT STREET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 0.1 mi 2.5
MONTGOMERY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery 0.4 mi 5.7
Nixon Elementary School Montgomery 0.5 mi 3.3
Bellingrath Middle School Montgomery 0.6 mi 3.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Montgomery 0.7 mi
Davis Elementary School Montgomery 1.1 mi 3.7
Carver Senior High School Montgomery 1.0 mi 3.1
FIRST SCHOOL Montgomery 1.0 mi
Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet Montgomery 1.2 mi 8.1
LIFE Academy at Historic St Jude Educational Institute Montgomery 1.1 mi 6.0
Floyd Middle School Montgomery 1.3 mi 5.3
Morris Elementary School Montgomery 1.3 mi 4.4
McIntyre Comprehensive Academy Montgomery 1.3 mi 3.9
Forest Avenue Elementary School Montgomery 1.5 mi 9.5
Carver Elementary School Montgomery 1.5 mi 7.7
AL NOOR ACADEMY - SHARON Montgomery 1.6 mi 6.2
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 1.9 mi
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Montgomery 1.9 mi
Highland Avenue Elementary School Montgomery 2.0 mi 3.4
Childrens Center Montgomery 2.5 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$34,975

Median Home Value

$121,200

Median Rent

$787/mo

Population

10,637

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

25.7%

Poverty Rate

38.6%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lanier Senior High School

What grades does Lanier Senior High School serve?

Lanier Senior High School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Lanier Senior High School?

Lanier Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lanier Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lanier Senior High School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lanier Senior High School rank in AL?

Lanier Senior High School ranks #1,022 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Lanier Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lanier Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lanier Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lanier Senior High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lanier Senior High School a charter school?

No, Lanier Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lanier Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Lanier Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lanier Senior High School?

93.4% of students at Lanier Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Montgomery County
District Enrollment
26,435
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,977
District Rank
#27 of 51

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