Serving 423 students in grades 4-5, Lafayette Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lafayette Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#434 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Elementary School's ranking?
Lafayette Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary School?
423 students attend Lafayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lafayette Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Elementary School?
Lafayette Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lafayette Elementary School offer ?
Lafayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Lafayette Elementary School part of?
Lafayette Elementary School is part of Macon County School District.
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