Lafayette Elementary School serves 179 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafayette Elementary School's student population of 179 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lafayette Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
15%
24%
White
68%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary School?
179 students attend Lafayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lafayette Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette Elementary School?
Lafayette Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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.
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