Serving 1,240 students in grades 6-8, Lamar Junior High 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lamar Junior High School's student population of 1,240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Lamar Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Junior High School is 0.66, 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
#4725 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Junior High School's ranking?
Lamar Junior High School is ranked #4725 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamar Junior High School?
1,240 students attend Lamar Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lamar Junior High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamar Junior High School?
Lamar Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Junior High School offer ?
Lamar Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lamar Junior High School part of?
Lamar Junior High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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