Lamar High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Lamar, Arkansas, United States. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of four public high schools in Johnson County.
Serving 370 students in grades 9-12, Lamar High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamar High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lamar, AR, covering approximately 312.9 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being around 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar High School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lamar High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#638 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
85%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar High School's ranking?
Lamar High School is ranked #638 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lamar High School often compared to?
Lamar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville High School, Westside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lamar High School?
The graduation rate of Lamar High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Lamar High School?
370 students attend Lamar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lamar High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar High School?
Lamar High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar High School offer ?
Lamar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lamar High School part of?
Lamar High School is part of Lamar School District.
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