Serving 998 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lafayette School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lafayette School serves the northeast part of Everett, MA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafayette School's student population of 998 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
998 students
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Lafayette School is to promote a respectful, responsible, and kind integrated educational environment for all students and staff while fostering the necessary concepts, attitudes, and skills for further growth.
School Rankings
Lafayette School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Hispanic
63%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
14%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette School's ranking?
Lafayette School is ranked #1308 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lafayette School?
998 students attend Lafayette School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lafayette School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette School?
Lafayette School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lafayette School offer ?
Lafayette School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lafayette School part of?
Lafayette School is part of Everett School District.
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