Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lamar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamar Elementary serves the southeast part of Denison, TX, covering an area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
Together We Can Make A Difference
School Rankings
Lamar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
56%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Elementary School's ranking?
Lamar Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lamar Elementary School often compared to?
Lamar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamar Elementary School?
425 students attend Lamar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lamar Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar Elementary School?
Lamar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Elementary School offer ?
Lamar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Lamar Elementary School part of?
Lamar Elementary School is part of Denison Independent School District.
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