Lanier High School

Gwinnett County
918 Buford Hwy
Sugar Hill, GA 30518
1,853 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Lanier High School, located in Sugar Hill, Georgia, is a prominent secondary institution within the Gwinnett County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus features modern facilities designed to support a comprehensive curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of fine arts programs that encourage student growth and preparation for post-secondary success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Lanier High School is known for a vibrant school culture that emphasizes community involvement and school spirit. The "Longhorns" are highly active in competitive athletics and various student-led clubs, which help foster a sense of belonging and leadership among the student body. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a supportive environment, Lanier High School aims to equip its students with the skills, values, and experiences necessary to thrive in an evolving global society.
1,853
Total Students
117.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    698 (37.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    524 (28.3 %)
  • Black
    377 (20.3 %)
  • Asian
    165 (8.9 %)
  • Two or More
    82 (4.4 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Gwinnett County
Phone: (678)765-4040
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,853
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 117.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 660
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 182

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 495
Grade 10 477
Grade 11 458
Grade 12 423
Gender Ratio
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