LAMAR H S

www.aisd.net/lamar-high-school/

2,457 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lamar High School, located in Arlington, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Arlington Independent School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum and its strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, Lamar is perhaps best known for its vibrant campus culture and its deep-seated school spirit, often referred to as "Viking Pride," which permeates its various athletic programs, fine arts departments, and extracurricular clubs.

The school is particularly notable for its specialized academic offerings, including the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which attracts motivated students seeking a rigorous, globally-focused education. By fostering an environment that balances academic achievement with a wide array of student organizations and competitive sports, Lamar High School aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to engage with their community and the wider world. Its central location on West Lamar Boulevard serves as a hub for both educational excellence and community involvement in the Arlington area.

2,457

Total Students

155.9

Full-Time Teachers

15.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

76.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAMAR H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	297
Hispanic	1,193
Black	821
Asian	46
Two or More	85
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	4

Hispanic
1,193 (48.6%)
Black
821 (33.4%)
White
297 (12.1%)
Two or More
85 (3.5%)
Asian
46 (1.9%)
American Indian
11 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	ARLINGTON ISD
Phone:	(682)867-8300
Website:	http://www.aisd.net/lamar-high-school/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,457
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	155.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,714
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	174

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 723

Grade 10 624

Grade 11 597

Grade 12 513