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Lamont Middle School
Middle School · Lamont School District
602 Main Street, Lamont, WA 99017
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
5th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Lamont Middle School
Lamont Middle School is a public middle school in Lamont, WA, part of the Lamont School District. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 34% in reading/language arts, 17 points below the state average.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Lamont Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1, Lamont Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Lamont Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Address
- 602 Main Street, Lamont, WA 99017
- Phone
- (509) 257-2463
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 5 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 44.5% (2019) to 21.7% (2024).
Location
602 Main Street, Lamont, WA 99017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lamont Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Medical Lake Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 27.7 miles away, in nearby Medical Lake). Additionally, Cheney Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby Cheney). For more schools in Lamont, see our Lamont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sprague High School Sprague | 7.4 mi | — |
| Sprague Elementary Sprague | 7.4 mi | 8.2 |
| St John Elementary Saint John | 16.8 mi | 7.1 |
| St John/Endicott High Saint John | 16.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Endicott/St John Elem and Middle Endicott | 21.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Benge Elementary Benge | 22.3 mi | — |
| Lacrosse Elementary School Lacrosse | 26.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lacrosse High School Lacrosse | 26.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Salnave Elementary Cheney | 23.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Martin Hall Detention Ctr Medical Lake | 27.1 mi | — |
| Hallett Elementary School Medical Lake | 27.3 mi | 8.1 |
| HomeWorks Cheney | 24.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Medical Lake High School Medical Lake | 27.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Medical Lake Middle School Medical Lake | 27.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Betz Elementary Cheney | 25.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Cheney High School Cheney | 25.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Cheney Open Doors Cheney | 25.4 mi | — |
| Cheney Middle School Cheney | 25.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Harrington Elementary School Harrington | 25.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Harrington High School Harrington | 25.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$106,300
Population
208
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
91.9%
Poverty Rate
38%
Median Age
45.1
Community Profile
It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $106,300. The area has a poverty rate of 38.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FIDDLEHEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Anacortes, WA | — |
| Garfield Middle School Garfield, WA | — |
| RIVERDAY SCHOOL Spokane, WA | — |
| UPPER COLUMBIA ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spangle, WA | — |
| WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY 7-8 Yakima, WA | — |
| CASCADES MONTESSORI MIDDLE Bellingham, WA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lamont Middle School
What grades does Lamont Middle School serve?
Lamont Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Lamont Middle School?
Lamont Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamont Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lamont Middle School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Lamont Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lamont Middle School has 24.5% math proficiency and 33.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lamont Middle School a charter school?
No, Lamont Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lamont Middle School a Title I school?
No, Lamont Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lamont Middle School?
77.8% of students at Lamont Middle School 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
- County Safety
- Low (85/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Whitman County
- Phone
- (509) 257-2463
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lamont School District- District Enrollment
- 27
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $38,536
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