For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 393 students in Lamar, MO.
The top ranked public high school in Lamar, MO is Lamar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lamar, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Lamar have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Lamar, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Missouri average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lamar High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Lamar, MO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lamar High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
202 W 7th
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-5571
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-5571
Grades: 9-12
| 393 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lamar Careertechnical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
202 W 7th
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3384
Lamar, MO 64759
(417) 682-3384
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Lamar, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in Lamar, MO include Lamar High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lamar?
2 public high schools are located in Lamar.
What is the racial composition of students in Lamar?
Lamar public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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