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Year Founded

1964

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

641 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

54 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

Advanced Courses

AP American HistoryAP Calculus

AP EnglishAP Statistics

AP World History

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms Required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,528

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Tuition Notes

MS/HS $6528 Elem $5976

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerTennis

Track and Field

School Notes

Lamar School's mission is to educate each individual by providing a challenging and purposeful college preparatory curriculum in a safe, respectful, Christian environment.
A challenging curriculum taught by qualified faculty within a strong moral environment is the cornerstone of the Lamar School program.
At Lamar, our focus is on the future, specifically in making sure a child reaches his/her goals.
We provide a safe, supportive Christian learning environment promotes student achievement.
Education is the key to all opportunities.
Our educational program's goal is to prepare students to become confident, self-directed lifelong learners, and to realize their potential in society.
Lamar Middle/High School offers a full range of courses designed to meet college admissions standards and requirements.
Honors classes and Advanced Placement courses in English, French, and calculus further equip our students to meet future academic challenges.
A wide variety of elective courses allow each student to pursue his/her individual interests for a well-balanced and meaningful academic experience.

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Lamar School's mission is to educate each individual by providing a challenging and purposeful college preparatory curriculum in a safe, respectful, Christian environment.
A challenging curriculum taught by qualified faculty within a strong moral environment is the cornerstone of the Lamar School program.
At Lamar, our focus is on the future, specifically in making sure a child reaches his/her goals.
We provide a safe, supportive Christian learning environment promotes student achievement.
Education is the key to all opportunities.
Our educational program's goal is to prepare students to become confident, self-directed lifelong learners, and to realize their potential in society.
Lamar Middle/High School offers a full range of courses designed to meet college admissions standards and requirements.
Honors classes and Advanced Placement courses in English, French, and calculus further equip our students to meet future academic challenges.
A wide variety of elective courses allow each student to pursue his/her individual interests for a well-balanced and meaningful academic experience.

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Lamar School's tuition is approximately $6,528 for private students.

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Lamar School is often viewed alongside schools like Russell Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Lamar School?

The acceptance rate of Lamar School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

What sports does Lamar School offer?

Lamar School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Track and Field.

What is Lamar School's ranking?

Lamar School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Highest average ACT score and Largest student body.

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The application deadline for Lamar School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $10,040 for elementary schools and $11,358 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).