LAMAR COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lamar County Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lamar County school district, located in Barnesville, GA with about 611 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, Lamar County Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lamar County Elementary School, located on Roberta Drive in Barnesville, Georgia, serves as a central hub for early childhood education within the Lamar County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment that focuses on foundational learning, character development, and the overall well-being of its students. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics alongside social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

Beyond its core curriculum, Lamar County Elementary School maintains a strong focus on community involvement and school-wide communication. The faculty and staff strive to create a collaborative atmosphere where parents and guardians are encouraged to play an active role in their child’s educational journey. Through various extracurricular activities and a commitment to maintaining high educational standards, the school endeavors to instill a lifelong love of learning and a sense of pride within the local Barnesville community.

For more information, contact Lamar County Elementary School at (770) 358-5556 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.