Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lamar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lamar Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Lamar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Elementary School's ranking?
Lamar Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lamar Elementary School often compared to?
Lamar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lamar Elementary School?
399 students attend Lamar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lamar Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar Elementary School?
Lamar Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lamar Elementary School offer ?
Lamar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamar Elementary School part of?
Lamar Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/24/2017
Lamar school is really good for academic grades PK-8 that good so we can all learn to get along. I'm in 5th grade and I love it. The office is really nice to me and everyone else. I recommend Lamar elementary School its a great school for you child.
2 9/12/2012
School is very unprofessional. Their are some teachers that are really nice and will do anything to help your child learn. Their are also some teachers who are there just for a paycheck and are not helpful at all. Office is rude would not recommend this school to anyone.
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