B−
Lamar Middle
PublicMiddleGrades 6–8
202 W 7th, Lamar, MO 64759 · (417) 682-3548 · Part of Lamar R-I School District
Students
255
Students per teacher
12:1
Free or reduced lunch
58%
Setting
Rural
Grades
6–8
What stands out about Lamar Middle
- Reading / language arts 8 pts below the state
- Small classes: 12:1 students per teacher
- Next stop for Lamar Heights kids: Lamar High
On the path
Where Lamar Heights kids come from and go next.
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency39%
State average 35.3%
Reading / language arts37%
State average 45.2%
Location
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202 W 7th, Lamar
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 677
Grade 799
Grade 879
Enrollment over time
275’20
281’21
266’22
262’23
255’24
Down 7.3% since 2020.
Who goes here
White 87%Hispanic 6%Two or more races 5%Asian <1%American Indian/Alaska Native <1%Black <1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.