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Lamar High School

Houston ISD · Harris County · 3325 WESTHEIMER RD, Houston, TX 77098

(713)522-5960

6/10
#619
Rank 619 out of 1,276
Top 48%
English Language Arts6/10 · #582 · 58th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #689 · 46th percentile
Science5/10 · #657 · 48th percentile

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School Overview

Lamar High School sits in the heart of the Upper Kirby and River Oaks area, one of Houston's most walkable and well-loved urban neighborhoods, where tree-lined streets meet a mix of coffee shops, boutiques, and easy access to the Galleria corridor. The school draws a diverse mix of students from across central Houston, and its English scores lean a bit stronger than its math and science numbers, making it a solid fit for families with kids who thrive in humanities and writing. For families who want an urban Houston experience — city energy, cultural variety, and a school with a long history in the community — Lamar has real appeal.

Student Demographics

1,833 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
780 (43%)
African American
563 (31%)
White
344 (19%)
Asian
85 (5%)
Other
61 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners297 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged1,017 (55%)
Students with Disabilities215 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

3,064
Enrollment
156.7
Teachers (FTE)
19.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
17.5
Administrators (FTE)