Serving 1,473 students in grades 9-12, Lanier High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lanier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lanier High School's student population of 1,473 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lanier High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanier High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8009 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lanier High School's ranking?
Lanier High School is ranked #8009 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lanier High School often compared to?
Lanier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Positive Solutions Charter, Cooper At Navarro by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanier High School?
The graduation rate of Lanier High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lanier High School?
1,473 students attend Lanier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lanier High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lanier High School?
Lanier High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lanier High School offer ?
Lanier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lanier High School part of?
Lanier High School is part of San Antonio ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Lanier High School located?
Lanier High School is located in the Guadalupe Westside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Guadalupe Westside.
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