Below Average
#7592 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lanier H S
High School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
1514 W CESAR E CHAVEZ BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78207
Enrollment
1,612
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,612
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,592 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#385 of 516
public schools
In district
#55 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Lanier H S
Lanier H S is a public high school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Lanier H S serves approximately 1,612 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lanier H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,592 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lanier H S show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Lanier H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lanier H S — Students at Lanier H S score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.7/10.
How Lanier H S Compares
See how Lanier H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1514 W CESAR E CHAVEZ BLVD, San Antonio, TX 78207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lanier H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COOPER ACADEMY AT NAVARRO (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAFOLLA MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 2.0 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio | 0.3 mi | 2.4 |
| JT BRACKENRIDGE DAEP San Antonio | 0.3 mi | — |
| DE ZAVALA EL San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| DAVID BARKLEY/FRANCISCO RUIZ EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| MARGIL EL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| HENRY FORD ACADEMY ALAMEDA SCHOOL FOR ART + DESIGN San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ESTRADA ACHIEVEMENT CTR San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| COOPER ACADEMY AT NAVARRO San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| DAVID CROCKETT ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| PROMESA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA San Antonio | 1.1 mi | — |
| POSITIVE SOLUTIONS CHARTER San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BRISCOE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| IRVING DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| SAISD - PK 4 SA San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,655
Median Home Value
$93,200
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
54,128
College Educated
5.5%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
42.7%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio, TX | 4.0 |
| LOCKHART H S Lockhart, TX | 4.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE H S San Antonio, TX | 4.0 |
| BEAUMONT UNITED H S Beaumont, TX | 4.1 |
| BOWIE H S El Paso, TX | 4.1 |
| DR L G PINKSTON SR H S Dallas, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lanier H S
What grades does Lanier H S serve?
Lanier H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lanier H S?
Lanier H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lanier H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Lanier H S 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 H S rank in TX?
Lanier H S ranks #7,592 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lanier H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Lanier H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lanier H S has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lanier H S a charter school?
No, Lanier H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lanier H S a Title I school?
No, Lanier H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lanier H S?
96.3% of students at Lanier H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 109
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.2%
- Phone
- (210) 978-7910
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #55 of 94
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