For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 833 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 45%), 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 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lamar, AR (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Gr: 6-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta St
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Gr: K-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 43% (majority Black).
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