Josey High School vs Laney High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Josey High School
Augusta · Public high · Grades 9–12
625 students
Laney High School
Augusta · Public high · Grades 9–12
736 students
| Measure | Josey High School Augusta, Georgia | Laney High School Augusta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 431 | #412 of 431 |
| National rank | #16674 of 16,910 | #16535 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 625 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 625 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Augusta | Augusta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laney High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (10.9 vs 9.0).
- •Laney High School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Laney High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Josey High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.1).
- •Laney High School is the larger school with 736 students compared with 625.
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 Josey High School better than Laney High School?
On the Success Index (US), Laney High School ranks higher (10.9 vs 9.0 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 Josey High School and Laney High School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Augusta and Augusta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Josey High School: 625. Laney High School: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Josey High School and Laney High School rank in Georgia?
Josey High School is 425th of 431 and Laney High School is 412th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).