Lamar High School

Direction3325 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77098
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Public School HOUSTON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
Start FullStart FullStart FullStart FullStar Empty
TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 87
Student Progress 89
Closing Performance Gaps 89
Overall 89

Distinction Designations

MedalMedalMedalMedalMedal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Lamar High School, a prestigious and thriving educational institution located at the heart of Houston’s vibrant community at 3325 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098. As part of the respected Houston ISD, Lamar High School is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and holistic development in each of its students.

At Lamar High School, we are proud to employ a dedicated team of 136 teachers, each bringing an average of 11 years of rich teaching experience. With an average tenure of 7 years at our school, our faculty members are deeply committed to the educational journey of our students, ensuring a stable and nurturing learning environment. The student to teacher ratio of 21.60:1 guarantees personalized attention and tailored instruction, allowing each of our 2,922 students the opportunity to thrive academically and personally.

Our expansive campus not only boasts modern facilities and resources but is also a beacon of diverse learning opportunities. With a commitment to excellence, our educators and 6 educational aids work collaboratively to provide a comprehensive curriculum and a wide array of extracurricular programs. Whether your child is passionate about science, arts, sports, or community service, Lamar High School offers an environment that encourages students to explore their interests and develop new ones.

Choosing the right school is pivotal. At Lamar High School, we believe in creating a supportive community where students are encouraged to achieve their best, prepare for the future, and become responsible global citizens. We invite you to join our community, where we shape the leaders of tomorrow with the skills, confidence, and integrity they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (713) 522-5960. Discover how Lamar High School can be part of your child’s success story.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2968
Is Charter
No
Is Magnant
Yes
Address
3325 WESTHEIMER RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77098
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Principal
MS RITA GRAVES
School District
Phone
(713) 522-5960
County
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Lamar High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 912 30.93%
Hispanic 1,197 40.59%
White 584 19.80%
Asian 156 5.29%
Native American 9 0.31%
Two or More Races 88 2.98%
Total Students 2,949 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,396 47.34%
Limited English Proficiency 372 12.61%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 354 12.00%
Gifted & Talented 906 30.72%
Special Education 234 7.93%
Teacher Student Ratio 19.60 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 9 5.70%
20 - 30 years 21 13.66%
10 - 20 years 27 17.90%
6 - 10 years 22 14.59%
1- 5 years 49 32.23%
Beginning Teacher 24 15.92%
Teacher Experience Average 10.70 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 6.60 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 151 100%
Female Teachers 65 43.17 %
Male Teachers 86 56.83 %
School Admin 16
School Support 11
Edu Aids 9
Special Education 5

Lamar High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 82% 74% 72% 94% 96%
African American 76% 68% 62% 91% 96%
Hispanic 81% 72% 73% 95% 95%
White 91% 89% 84% 96% 99%
Asian 91% 84% 92% 100% 95%
Two or More Races 89% 85% 79% 94% 100%
Economically Disadvantaged 75% 66% 66% 94% 93%
Male Students 78% 68% 69% 92% 95%
Female Students 86% 81% 75% 97% 98%
Special Education 55% 42% 50% 80% 82%
Limited English Proficiency 64% 49% 61% 91% 84%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 93 990 24.9 30.3
African American 88.5 909 19.7 14.6
Hispanic 91.2 958 26 23.4
White 99.4 1092 26.4 52.2
Asian 100 1058 26 42.9
Two or More Races 95.8 1076 * 43.5
Male Students 90.6 1002 26.1 33.6
Female Students 95.3 978 23.7 27.3
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 92 86.1 82.6 96.6 0.5 0.1 2.8
African American 87.5 81.3 75 98.6 n/a n/a 1.4
Hispanic 92.9 86.4 83.7 96.3 0.7 n/a 3
White 95.5 91.1 88.8 94.1 1.1 n/a 4.8
Asian 92.9 83.3 81 100 n/a n/a n/a
Two or More Races 91.7 87.5 87.5 95.7 n/a 4.3 n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 97 0.8 n/a 2.2
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 96.1 0.3 0.3 3.4
Special Education 96.6 91.5 91.5 98.3 n/a n/a 1.7
Eco Disadvantaged 92.2 87.7 82.9 95.6 0.3 n/a 4.1

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