Serving 544 students in grades 4-12, Lamar County Highintermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar County Highintermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lamar County Highintermediate's student population of 544 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Lamar County Highintermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar County Highintermediate is 0.29, 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
#561 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
10%
31%
White
84%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar County Highintermediate's ranking?
Lamar County Highintermediate is ranked #561 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lamar County Highintermediate?
The graduation rate of Lamar County Highintermediate is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lamar County Highintermediate?
544 students attend Lamar County Highintermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lamar County Highintermediate students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar County Highintermediate?
Lamar County Highintermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamar County Highintermediate offer ?
Lamar County Highintermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamar County Highintermediate part of?
Lamar County Highintermediate is part of Lamar County School District.
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