- Lamar High School — 6.7 mi · Grades 9–12 · 393 students
- Melvin Hendrickson Development Center — 6.7 mi · Grades PK–PK · 122 students
- Parkview Elementary School — 7.4 mi · Grades 3–5 · 252 students
- Lamar Middle School — 7.6 mi · Grades 6–8 · 275 students
- Washington Elementary School — 7.6 mi · Grades K–2 · 222 students
- Alta Vista Charter School — 10.9 mi · Grades K–6 · 133 students
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| Metric | Lamar School District RE-2 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,522 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,530/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 35% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 3/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar School District RE-2 (this district) | 3/10 | 25th | 1,522 |
| Granada School District RE-1 | 3/10 | 26th | 213 |
| McClave School District RE-2 | 10/10 | 99th | 258 |
| Wiley School District RE-13-JT | 8/10 | 73rd | 266 |
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Ranked against 160 rated districts in CO → 25th percentile → 3/10.
Source: Colorado Dept. of Education CMAS, all grades Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025. Full methodology →
About Lamar School District RE-2
Lamar School District RE-2 is the public school district assigned to zip code 81052 in Lamar, Colorado. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 81052. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 3/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Lamar School District RE-2 3 out of 10 — below average among Colorado public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Colorado’s CMAS assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Colorado is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Lamar School District RE-2 carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Colorado benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 81052
Children in zip code 81052 are assigned to Lamar School District RE-2 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 81052, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lamar School District RE-2 at (719)336-3251 or visit www.lamarschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Colorado districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lamar
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Lamar School District RE-2 serves zip code 81052, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 81052. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Colorado, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lamar School District RE-2 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 81052.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lamar School District RE-2 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 81052 data.