For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 926 students in Lamar, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, AR are Lamar Middle School and Lamar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lamar, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lamar have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lamar, AR (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lamar Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Grades: 6-8
| 305 students
Rank: #22.
Lamar Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, AR include Lamar Middle School and Lamar Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lamar?
2 public elementary schools are located in Lamar.
What is the racial composition of students in Lamar?
Lamar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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