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#54 of 131 private schools in MS

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Lamar School

School

544 LINDLEY RD, Meridian, MS 39305

Private

Enrollment

569

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#54 of 131

In Meridian

#3 of 4

public schools

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Lamar School

6.5/10

School in Meridian · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lamar School

Lamar School is a private school in Meridian, MS. Lamar School serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lamar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it comparesOn par with MS schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • MS avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Lamar School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Lamar School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Meridian, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
569
This School
vs
544
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 39.2% vs 0%
Asian 8.3% vs 0%
Black 0.4% vs 0%
Lamar School Meridian Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lamar School (this school) 6.5
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY 7.1
POPLAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.2
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL 3.4
WEST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
NORTHWEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 4.8
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL 6.4
CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.7
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.9
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY 5.6
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL 4.8
WEST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
CLARKDALE HIGH SCHOOL 6.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,219.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 58%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 569
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MS

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Two or More 50.6%
White 39.2%
Asian 8.3%
Pacific Islander 1.6%
Black 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

544 LINDLEY RD, Meridian, MS 39305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lamar School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE PENTECOSTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY Meridian 1.3 mi 7.1
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Meridian 1.3 mi 5.0
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridain 2.3 mi 4.1
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 2.6 mi 4.1
MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 2.6 mi 5.2
POPLAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 2.6 mi 4.1
THE PENTECOSTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Meridian 2.9 mi 7.2
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 2.7 mi 3.4
WEST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 3.6 mi 5.5
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 4.0 mi 6.4
NORTHWEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 3.7 mi 4.8
CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 4.4 mi 4.7
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 4.3 mi 6.9
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 8.2 mi 4.8
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY Meridian 8.2 mi 5.6
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 8.2 mi 6.9
WEST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 10.7 mi 6.6
WEST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Collinsville 11.9 mi 6.7
WEST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Collinsville 11.9 mi 5.7
CLARKDALE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 13.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,242

Median Home Value

$185,600

Median Rent

$1,016/mo

Population

21,878

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lamar School

What grades does Lamar School serve?

Lamar School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lamar School?

Lamar School has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamar School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lamar School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lamar School rank in MS?

Lamar School ranks #54 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Lamar School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lamar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lamar School a private school?

Yes, Lamar School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Lamar School a religious school?

No, Lamar School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
569
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Lauderdale County
Phone
(601) 482-1345

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