Serving 664 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lafayette Meadow School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Meadow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lafayette Meadow School's student population of 664 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Meadow School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Meadow School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
13%
White
83%
65%
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
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Meadow School's ranking?
Lafayette Meadow School is ranked #560 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lafayette Meadow School often compared to?
Lafayette Meadow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aboite Elementary School, Haverhill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Meadow School?
664 students attend Lafayette Meadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lafayette Meadow School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Meadow School?
Lafayette Meadow School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lafayette Meadow School offer ?
Lafayette Meadow School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lafayette Meadow School part of?
Lafayette Meadow School is part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls School District.
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