Academy of Richmond County High School vs Laney High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Richmond County High School
Augusta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,178 students
Laney High School
Augusta · Public high · Grades 9–12
736 students
| Measure | Academy of Richmond County High School Augusta, Georgia | Laney High School Augusta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 431 | #412 of 431 |
| National rank | #16362 of 16,910 | #16535 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,178 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 1,178 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 7.5% |
| city | Augusta | Augusta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Richmond County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.7 vs 10.9).
- •Laney High School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 5%).
- •Laney High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Academy of Richmond County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.1% vs 100%).
- •Laney High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.1).
- •Academy of Richmond County High School is the larger school with 1,178 students compared with 736.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Academy of Richmond County High School better than Laney High School?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of Richmond County High School ranks higher (12.7 vs 10.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Academy of Richmond County High School and Laney High School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Augusta and Augusta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Richmond County High School: 1,178. Laney High School: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Richmond County High School and Laney High School rank in Georgia?
Academy of Richmond County High School is 397th of 431 and Laney High School is 412th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).