Lanier Junior/Senior High School vs Provine High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lanier Junior/Senior High School
Jackson · Public high · Grades 7–12
895 students
Provine High School
Jackson · Public high · Grades 9–12
791 students
| Measure | Lanier Junior/Senior High School Jackson, Mississippi | Provine High School Jackson, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 197 | #177 of 197 |
| National rank | #16164 of 16,910 | #16029 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 895 | 791 |
| Enrollment | 895 | 791 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 4% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 9% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.3 vs 15.2).
- •Provine High School does better on math proficiency (9% vs 7.5%).
- •Provine High School does better on reading proficiency (8% vs 4%).
- •Provine High School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 11.0).
- •Lanier Junior/Senior High School is the larger school with 895 students compared with 791.
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 Lanier Junior/Senior High School better than Provine High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lanier Junior/Senior High School and Provine High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lanier Junior/Senior High School: 895. Provine High School: 791. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lanier Junior/Senior High School and Provine High School rank in Mississippi?
Lanier Junior/Senior High School is 184th of 197 and Provine High School is 177th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).