Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamar Elementary serves the southern part of Amarillo, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar Elementary School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Our mission is to graduate every student prepared for life and success beyond high school
School Rankings
Lamar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 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 0.66, which is more 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
#4742 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
36%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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 #4742 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamar Elementary School?
281 students attend Lamar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lamar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar Elementary School?
Lamar Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Elementary School offer ?
Lamar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lamar Elementary School part of?
Lamar Elementary School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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