For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 884 students in Lamar, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, AR are Lamar Middle School and Lamar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lamar, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lamar have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lamar, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta Street
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Gr: 6-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta Street
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, AR include Lamar Middle School and Lamar Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lamar?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lamar.
What is the racial composition of students in Lamar?
Lamar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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