For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,254 students in Lamar, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Lamar, AR are Lamar Middle School, Lamar Elementary School and Lamar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lamar, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lamar have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lamar, AR (2026)
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 Street
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-6511
Gr: 6-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Lamar Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Elberta Street
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3363
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Lamar High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Elberta Street
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3344
Lamar, AR 72846
(479) 885-3344
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lamar, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Lamar, AR include Lamar Middle School, Lamar Elementary School and Lamar High School.
How many public schools are located in Lamar?
3 public schools are located in Lamar.
What is the racial composition of students in Lamar?
Lamar public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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