Serving 671 students in grades 9-12, North Lamar High School 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 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lamar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
North Lamar High School's student population of 671 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
North Lamar High School 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 North Lamar High School is 0.45, 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
#3807 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
73%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 North Lamar High School's ranking?
North Lamar High School is ranked #3807 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Lamar High School often compared to?
North Lamar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paris High School, Chisum 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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Lamar High School?
The graduation rate of North Lamar High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Lamar High School?
671 students attend North Lamar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Lamar High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lamar High School?
North Lamar High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Lamar High School offer ?
North Lamar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Lamar High School part of?
North Lamar High School is part of North Lamar Independent School District.
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