LAMAR ELEM.

LAMAR ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAMAR R-I school district, located in LAMAR, MO with about 288 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. 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 21 teachers, LAMAR ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Elementary School, located at 202 W 7th Street in Lamar, Missouri, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lamar R-I School District. As a primary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for young students, focusing on core academic subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics, while also fostering social and emotional development. The school emphasizes building a strong educational base to prepare children for their future academic endeavors in the district’s upper grades.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Lamar R-I School District, which prioritizes student achievement, community involvement, and the use of technology to enhance the learning experience. Parents and community members can stay connected with the school’s academic calendar, district policies, and extracurricular opportunities through the official website at http://www.lamar.k12.mo.us. By maintaining a focus on student-centered instruction and collaboration, Lamar Elementary plays a vital role in the educational landscape of the Lamar community.

For more information, contact LAMAR ELEM. at (417) 682-3567 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.