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#6482 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lafayette Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
6125 Printwood Way, San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,482 of 9,539
In San Diego
#211 of 288
public schools
In district
#136 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Lafayette Elementary
Lafayette Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Lafayette Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Lafayette Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lafayette Elementary — Students at Lafayette Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Lafayette Elementary Compares
See how Lafayette Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6125 Printwood Way, San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kavod Charter (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, High Tech Elementary Mesa (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 0.2 mi | — |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison High San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| BRIGHT HORIZON ACADEMY San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Kavod Charter San Diego | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Innovation Middle San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Ross Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Riley/New Dawn San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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|---|---|
| Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster, CA | 5.5 |
| Banta Elementary Tracy, CA | 5.5 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward, CA | 5.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverside, CA | 5.5 |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette Elementary
What grades does Lafayette Elementary serve?
Lafayette Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary?
Lafayette Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette Elementary rank in CA?
Lafayette Elementary ranks #6,482 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lafayette Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lafayette Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lafayette Elementary a charter school?
No, Lafayette Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafayette Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lafayette Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Elementary?
77.6% of students at Lafayette Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (858) 987-5000
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #136 of 174
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