Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Miami Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miami Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lafayette, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miami Elementary School's student population of 442 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
Once a Chief, always a Chief
School Rankings
Miami Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miami Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1389 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
42%
14%
White
21%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miami Elementary School's ranking?
Miami Elementary School is ranked #1389 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Miami Elementary School often compared to?
Miami Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dollens Elementary School, Edgelea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Miami Elementary School?
442 students attend Miami Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Miami Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miami Elementary School?
Miami Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Miami Elementary School offer ?
Miami Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miami Elementary School part of?
Miami Elementary School is part of Lafayette School Corporation School District.
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