Serving 536 students in grades 4-6, West Lafayette Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% 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 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Happy Hollow Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in West Lafayette, IN, encompassing approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lafayette Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Lafayette Intermediate School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Lafayette Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lafayette Intermediate School is 0.63, 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
#140 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lafayette Intermediate School's ranking?
West Lafayette Intermediate School is ranked #140 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Lafayette Intermediate School often compared to?
West Lafayette Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lafayette Elementary School, Klondike Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend West Lafayette Intermediate School?
536 students attend West Lafayette Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Lafayette Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lafayette Intermediate School?
West Lafayette Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lafayette Intermediate School offer ?
West Lafayette Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lafayette Intermediate School part of?
West Lafayette Intermediate School is part of West Lafayette Com School Corp School District.
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