Serving 1,116 students in grades 7-12, West Lafayette Jr/sr High 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 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lafayette Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire West Lafayette school district, covering approximately 4.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School's student population of 1,116 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,116 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1939
School Rankings
West Lafayette Jr/sr High 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 Jr/sr High 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
#91 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
25%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
55%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lafayette Jr/sr High School's ranking?
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School is ranked #91 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Lafayette Jr/sr High School often compared to?
West Lafayette Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Henry Harrison High School, Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Lafayette Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of West Lafayette Jr/sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend West Lafayette Jr/sr High School?
1,116 students attend West Lafayette Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Lafayette Jr/sr High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lafayette Jr/sr High School?
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lafayette Jr/sr High School offer ?
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lafayette Jr/sr High School part of?
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School is part of West Lafayette Com School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing teachers. Lots of AP courses offered. Students are Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, etc bound. Outstanding music, athletics, art, debate, science fair, etc. You will not regret moving to West Lafayette. With Purdue next door, opportunities are endless.
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