Serving 553 students in grades 6-8, Lamar Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar Middle School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Bearcat Always a Bearcat!
School Rankings
Lamar Middle 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 Middle School is 0.67, 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
#6739 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
19%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Middle School's ranking?
Lamar Middle School is ranked #6739 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lamar Middle School often compared to?
Lamar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonham Middle School, Travis Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamar Middle School?
553 students attend Lamar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lamar Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar Middle School?
Lamar Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Middle School offer ?
Lamar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lamar Middle School part of?
Lamar Middle School is part of Temple Independent School District.
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