Serving 294 students in grades 6-8, Lamar Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamar Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lamar, AR, encompassing approximately 312.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lamar Middle School's student population of 294 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lamar Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Middle 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
#324 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Middle School's ranking?
Lamar Middle School is ranked #324 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lamar Middle School?
294 students attend Lamar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lamar Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar Middle School?
Lamar Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Middle School offer ?
Lamar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lamar Middle School part of?
Lamar Middle School is part of Lamar School District.
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