For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 809 students in Lamar, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, MO are Lamar Elementary School and Lamar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lamar, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lamar have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lamar, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lamar Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
202 W 7th
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3567
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3567
Grades: 3-5
| 268 students
Rank: #22.
Lamar Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
202 W 7th
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3548
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3548
Grades: 6-8
| 266 students
Rank: n/an/a
East Elementary School
Magnet School
1600 E 12th St
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 681-0613
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 681-0613
Grades: PK-2
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Lamar, MO include Lamar Elementary School and Lamar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lamar?
3 public elementary schools are located in Lamar.
What is the racial composition of students in Lamar?
Lamar public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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