Summary:
The city of Lanett, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the overall school district performance is struggling, with Lanett City ranking 126 out of 135 districts in the state, one school stands out as a bright spot - Huguley Elementary School.
Huguley Elementary, which is part of the Chambers County district, has the highest statewide ranking among the Lanett area schools, receiving a 3-star rating and ranking 298 out of 680 Alabama elementary schools. Huguley significantly outperforms the other schools in the area, with much higher proficiency rates across multiple subjects and grade levels, often exceeding the state averages. For example, in 2024-2025, 60% of 3rd graders at Huguley were proficient in English, compared to just 36.99% at W.O. Lance Elementary.
In contrast, the other Lanett area schools struggle with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism rates, and high dropout rates at the high school level. Proficiency rates on state assessments are very low across the board, with most schools and grade levels performing well below state averages, especially in math and science. Addressing the systemic challenges, from poverty to instructional quality, will be crucial for improving outcomes across the Lanett school system.
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