Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, South Lamar School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lamar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Lamar School's student population of 615 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
South Lamar School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lamar School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#275 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
8%
32%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lamar School's ranking?
South Lamar School is ranked #275 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are South Lamar School often compared to?
South Lamar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sulligent School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lamar School?
The graduation rate of South Lamar School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Lamar School?
615 students attend South Lamar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Lamar School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lamar School?
South Lamar School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lamar School offer ?
South Lamar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lamar School part of?
South Lamar School is part of Lamar County School District.
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