Lamar High School opened in September, 1937, before Westheimer Road was a paved street. The school was named for Mirabeau B. Lamar "Father of Education" for the State of Texas and second President of the Republic of Texas. Emulating the high standards established by the school's namesake, students at Lamar have received recognition for outstanding achievement in many fields. Successful Lamar alumni participate in all areas of community life as active contributing citizens.