LaGrange High School, located in LaGrange, Georgia, United States, is a public secondary school serving around 1300 students in the Troup County school system. Founded in 1903, the school is notable for producing several collegiate and professional athletes and was the national champion football team in 1991.
Serving 1,301 students in grades 9-12, Lagrange High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lagrange High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lagrange High School's student population of 1,301 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1903
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Grangers
School Rankings
Lagrange High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lagrange High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
44%
36%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grangers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lagrange High School's ranking?
Lagrange High School is ranked #1036 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lagrange High School often compared to?
Lagrange High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troup County High School, Callaway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lagrange High School?
The graduation rate of Lagrange High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lagrange High School?
1,301 students attend Lagrange High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lagrange High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lagrange High School?
Lagrange High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lagrange High School offer ?
Lagrange High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lagrange High School part of?
Lagrange High School is part of Troup County School District.
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