Best Schools in Lafayette, New York
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
Choosing a school in Lafayette?
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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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
La Fayette Junior-Senior High School
High · Lafayette Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
C Grant Grimshaw School
Elementary · Lafayette Central School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$200,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$200,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +17.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lafayette schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lafayette
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Fayette Junior-Senior High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | C Grant Grimshaw School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $87,917
- Median home value
- $200,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lafayette compares
Median household income
$88k
94% of New York median
Lafayette Central School District runs Lafayette's public schools
2 public schools. Lafayette Central School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Lafayette is a Lafayette Central School District school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Lafayette, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Lafayette, New York
Lafayette, New York is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Lafayette perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lafayette is La Fayette Junior-Senior High School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lafayette is served by 1 school district: LAFAYETTE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 797 students.
Lafayette's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,917. The poverty rate in the area is 3.9%.
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 | 324 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 330 students · 7th–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Lafayette
Lafayette, New York · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$87,917
Median Home Value
$200,900
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
3,764
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Community Profile
Lafayette has a median household income of $87,917. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,900, with a median rent of $1,285/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Lafayette, New York
How many schools are in Lafayette, New York?
Lafayette has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lafayette, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lafayette is 7.1 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 York?
The top-ranked school in Lafayette on MySchoolScout is La Fayette Junior-Senior High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lafayette, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lafayette on MySchoolScout is C Grant Grimshaw School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Lafayette, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Lafayette on MySchoolScout is La Fayette Junior-Senior High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Lafayette, New York?
Lafayette is served by 1 school district: Lafayette Central School District.
What is the education level in Lafayette, New York?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Lafayette have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lafayette, New York?
The median household income in Lafayette is approximately $87,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lafayette, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lafayette is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lafayette, New York?
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 York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.