Serving 309 students in grades 3-5, La Fayette School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA FAYETTE SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Waterloo, NY, covering approximately 86.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Fayette School's student population of 309 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Fayette School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Fayette School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3557 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Fayette School's ranking?
La Fayette School is ranked #3557 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend La Fayette School?
309 students attend La Fayette School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of La Fayette School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Fayette School?
La Fayette School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does La Fayette School offer ?
La Fayette School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Fayette School part of?
La Fayette School is part of Waterloo Central School District.
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