Serving 544 students in grades 4-12, Lamar County Highintermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamar Co High-Intermediate serves the southern part of its school district in Vernon, AL, covering an area of approximately 240.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 11.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar County Highintermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lamar County Highintermediate's student population of 544 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lamar County Highintermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar County Highintermediate is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar County Highintermediate's ranking?
Lamar County Highintermediate is ranked #561 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lamar County Highintermediate?
The graduation rate of Lamar County Highintermediate is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lamar County Highintermediate?
544 students attend Lamar County Highintermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lamar County Highintermediate students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar County Highintermediate?
Lamar County Highintermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamar County Highintermediate offer ?
Lamar County Highintermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamar County Highintermediate part of?
Lamar County Highintermediate is part of Lamar County School District.
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