Serving 247 students in grades 9-12, Lamar High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lamar High School's student population of 247 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Lamar High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
50%
31%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar High School's ranking?
Lamar High School is ranked #203 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lamar High School often compared to?
Lamar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartsville High School, Darlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lamar High School?
The graduation rate of Lamar High School is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lamar High School?
247 students attend Lamar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lamar High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamar High School?
Lamar High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar High School offer ?
Lamar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lamar High School part of?
Lamar High School is part of Darlington 01 School District.
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