Serving 662 students in grades 3-5, Lamar County Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamar County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Barnesville, GA, covering approximately 185.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar County Elementary School's student population of 662 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Lamar County Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar County Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1240 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar County Elementary School's ranking?
Lamar County Elementary School is ranked #1240 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lamar County Elementary School?
662 students attend Lamar County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lamar County Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar County Elementary School?
Lamar County Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar County Elementary School offer ?
Lamar County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamar County Elementary School part of?
Lamar County Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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