Serving 150 students in grades 6-8, Lafayette Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lafayette Middle School serves the northwest part of Uniontown, PA, covering an area of approximately 29.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafayette Middle School's student population of 150 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Educational Excellence
School Rankings
Lafayette Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2352 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
31%
14%
White
49%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Middle School's ranking?
Lafayette Middle School is ranked #2352 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lafayette Middle School often compared to?
Lafayette Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Highlands Middle School, Ben Franklin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Middle School?
150 students attend Lafayette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lafayette Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette Middle School?
Lafayette Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette Middle School offer ?
Lafayette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette Middle School part of?
Lafayette Middle School is part of Uniontown Area School District.
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