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Lamar EL

Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD

201 PARLAND PL, San Antonio, TX 78209

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,717 of 8,552

In San Antonio

#224 of 516

public schools

In district

#26 of 94

SAN ANTONIO ISD

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Lamar EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in San Antonio · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lamar EL

Lamar EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Lamar EL serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Lamar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,717 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Lamar EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,971
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Lamar EL — Students at Lamar EL score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
45.4%
ELA
48.1%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
46%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Lamar EL Compares

See how Lamar EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 PARLAND PL, San Antonio, TX 78209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lamar EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSHINE COTTAGE SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMBRIDGE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
THE CIRCLE SCHOOL San Antonio 0.2 mi 5.9
THE ACORN - A SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN San Antonio 0.2 mi
INCARNATE WORD HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio 0.8 mi 5.9
ST PETER PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES SCHOOL San Antonio 1.0 mi 7.8
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio 1.1 mi 6.6
ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Antonio 1.1 mi 7.5
SUNSHINE COTTAGE SCHOOL FOR DEAF CHILDREN San Antonio 1.1 mi 8.6
GONZALES EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio 1.3 mi 3.3
CAMBRIDGE EL San Antonio 1.4 mi 8.2
HAWTHORNE PK-8 ACADEMY San Antonio 1.4 mi 3.3
PERSHING EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 3.4
GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH San Antonio 1.4 mi 8.5
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.6 mi
JJAEP New Braunfels 1.6 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.6 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.6 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.6 mi
BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio 1.6 mi
NORTH EAST J J A E P San Antonio 1.6 mi
NISD BEXAR COUNTY JJA San Antonio 1.6 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,180

Median Home Value

$497,500

Median Rent

$1,371/mo

Population

43,363

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lamar EL

What grades does Lamar EL serve?

Lamar EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lamar EL?

Lamar EL has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamar EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Lamar EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lamar EL rank in TX?

Lamar EL ranks #5,717 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Lamar EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Lamar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lamar EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lamar EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Lamar EL a charter school?

No, Lamar EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lamar EL a Title I school?

No, Lamar EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lamar EL?

69.8% of students at Lamar EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

SAN ANTONIO ISD
District Enrollment
44,670
Schools in District
98
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,971
District Rank
#26 of 94

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