Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lafayette Meadow School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Meadow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lafayette Meadow School's student population of 604 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lafayette Meadow School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Meadow School is 0.31, which is less 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
#415 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Meadow School's ranking?
Lafayette Meadow School is ranked #415 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lafayette Meadow School often compared to?
Lafayette Meadow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aboite Elementary School, Haverhill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Meadow School?
604 students attend Lafayette Meadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lafayette Meadow School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette Meadow School?
Lafayette Meadow School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lafayette Meadow School offer ?
Lafayette Meadow School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette Meadow School part of?
Lafayette Meadow School is part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls School District.
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