South Lamar School ranked #265 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #275 in 2022 and rising from #820 in 2016, placing it in the top 30% statewide among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 53% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 52%, also higher than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 30–34%, which was lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained steady around 600 students from 2021 to 2023, with 13% minority enrollment and 55% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting increased socioeconomic need compared to prior years.
The school served grades PK–12 with an enrollment of 615 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in 2023, supporting a comprehensive New Jersey high school model.
Graduation rates stabilized between 80–89% from 2013 to 2023 but remained slightly below Alabama's state average of around 88–90% in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (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 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Be somebody that makes everybody feel like somebody!
School Rankings
South Lamar School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 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 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
7%
31%
White
87%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lamar School's ranking?
South Lamar School is ranked #265 out of 1,275 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
624 students attend South Lamar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Lamar School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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 17:1, which is equal to 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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