Serving 600 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lafayette Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafayette Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#962 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Elementary School's ranking?
Lafayette Elementary School is ranked #962 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lafayette Elementary School often compared to?
Lafayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Harnett Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary School?
600 students attend Lafayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lafayette Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Elementary School?
Lafayette Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lafayette Elementary School offer ?
Lafayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lafayette Elementary School part of?
Lafayette Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/2/2021
I went to Lafayette School in 1976-77 when Mr. Cecil Fuquay was Principal, wonderful man. What a great school! There's nothing I can say against the school at all. From the teachers, lunchroom food on to the office staff, it was a great year. I learned a lot that year from Lucille Jordan and Gale Penny. Two teachers that left an impact on me forever! We moved a lot and Layette was always ranked #1in a 7th graders heart and mind back then. Thanks & God Bless, Martha Johnson Wester.
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