Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, South Lamar School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Lamar School's student population of 609 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lamar School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lamar School is 0.25, 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
#379 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
11%
32%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lamar School's ranking?
South Lamar School is ranked #379 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are South Lamar School often compared to?
South Lamar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sulligent School 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 24% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lamar School?
The graduation rate of South Lamar School is 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Lamar School?
609 students attend South Lamar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of South Lamar School students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lamar School?
South Lamar School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does South Lamar School offer ?
South Lamar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is South Lamar School part of?
South Lamar School is part of Lamar County School District.
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