Serving 546 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
West Lafayette Intermediate School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lafayette Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lafayette Intermediate School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
8%
13%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lafayette Intermediate School's ranking?
West Lafayette Intermediate School is ranked #128 out of 1,763 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
546 students attend West Lafayette Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Lafayette Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lafayette Intermediate School?
West Lafayette Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than 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
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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