Best Schools in Lafayette, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Lafayette by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lafayette Township School
Elementary · Lafayette Township School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$412,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$412,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lafayette
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lafayette Township School | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $116,042
- Median home value
- $412,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lafayette compares
Median household income
$116k
98% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Lafayette, New Jersey
Lafayette, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Lafayette perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lafayette is Lafayette Township School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lafayette is served by 1 school district: Lafayette Township School District. These districts collectively serve 217 students.
Lafayette's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $116,042. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 216 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 |
Schools in Lafayette
Lafayette, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$116,042
Median Home Value
$412,500
Median Rent
$1,438/mo
Population
4,513
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Lafayette has a median household income of $116,042. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $412,500, with a median rent of $1,438/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Lafayette, New Jersey
How many schools are in Lafayette, New Jersey?
Lafayette has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lafayette, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lafayette is 7.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lafayette, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Lafayette on MySchoolScout is Lafayette Township School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lafayette, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lafayette on MySchoolScout is Lafayette Township School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Lafayette, New Jersey?
Lafayette is served by 1 school district: Lafayette Township School District.
What is the education level in Lafayette, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Lafayette have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lafayette, New Jersey?
The median household income in Lafayette is approximately $116,042 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lafayette, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lafayette is 8.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lafayette, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.