Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lafayette School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lafayette School serves the northern part of Lincoln Park, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafayette School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lafayette School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2628 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
55%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
24%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette School's ranking?
Lafayette School is ranked #2628 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lafayette School often compared to?
Lafayette Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lafayette School?
441 students attend Lafayette School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lafayette School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette School?
Lafayette School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lafayette School offer ?
Lafayette School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lafayette School part of?
Lafayette School is part of Lincoln Park School District Of The City Of.
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