Serving 99 students in grades 9-12, Lamar Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lamar Academy's student population of 99 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Lamar Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Academy is 0.12, which is less 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
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
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 Academy's ranking?
Lamar Academy is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lamar Academy often compared to?
Lamar Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South Texas Isd Science Academy, South Texas Isd Health Professions, Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lamar Academy?
The graduation rate of Lamar Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lamar Academy?
99 students attend Lamar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Lamar Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamar Academy?
Lamar Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Academy offer ?
Lamar Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lamar Academy part of?
Lamar Academy is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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