Serving 892 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lafayette Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lafayette Elementary School's student population of 892 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 220 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
9%
64%
White
73%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Elementary School's ranking?
Lafayette Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Lafayette Elementary School often compared to?
Lafayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Janney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary School?
892 students attend Lafayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lafayette Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Elementary School?
Lafayette Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lafayette Elementary School offer ?
Lafayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lafayette Elementary School part of?
Lafayette Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafayette Elementary School located?
Lafayette Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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