Serving 324 students in grades 7-12, La Fayette Junior-senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Fayette Junior-senior High School's student population of 324 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Fayette Junior-senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Fayette Junior-senior High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2310 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
29%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Fayette Junior-senior High School's ranking?
La Fayette Junior-senior High School is ranked #2310 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are La Fayette Junior-senior High School often compared to?
La Fayette Junior-senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fabius-pompey Middle School High School, Fayetteville-manlius Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Fayette Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of La Fayette Junior-senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend La Fayette Junior-senior High School?
324 students attend La Fayette Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of La Fayette Junior-senior High School students are White, 29% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Fayette Junior-senior High School?
La Fayette Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does La Fayette Junior-senior High School offer ?
La Fayette Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is La Fayette Junior-senior High School part of?
La Fayette Junior-senior High School is part of Lafayette Central School District.
School Reviews
2 5/1/2007
There is some achievement with certain athletic, art, and music programs. But, this school is mismanaged by a tyrannical principal. Students, staff, and parents are in fear of her selective targeting. Dropout, transfer, and GED rates are high for those able to get away. There also appears to be a problem retaining quality assistant principals and staff.Parents asking for help with their child are held in disdain and not aided. There seems to be disparity in rules which has led to resentment among the students and teachers.The school and students have tremendous potential, but unless addressed by the Board of Ed and Superintendent, this school will continue to spiral downward. So far, they are denial.
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