Lamar West Elementary School is an educational institute that enrolls students in grades three through five. Its curriculum includes math, science, social studies, art and physical education. The school features a computer laboratory, library, cafeteria, playing field, gymnasium and classrooms. It also organizes several cocurricular events and enrichment activities, such as cheer clinics, picture days, field trips and musical shows. Lamar West Elementary School is located in Lamar, Mo., and operates under the Lamar R-1 School District. The district has a population of more than 5,000 people and educates over 1,000 students. The Lamar R-1 School District also maintains a technical education campus that offers courses in marketing, welding, health education, computer applications, drafting and industrial technology.