Excellent
#27 of 240 schools in DC
Top 11% in state
Lafayette ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
5701 Broad Branch Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20015
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
933
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#27 of 240
In Washington
#27 of 240
public schools
In district
#18 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Lafayette ES
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About Lafayette ES
Lafayette ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Lafayette ES serves approximately 933 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Lafayette ES show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lafayette ES — Students at Lafayette ES score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Lafayette ES Compares
See how Lafayette ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5701 Broad Branch Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hearst ES (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Somerset Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Janney ES (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROAD BRANCH CHILDREN'S HOUSE Washington | 0.1 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEVY CHASE Washington | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Murch ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Deal MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Chevy Chase Elementary Chevy Chase | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | — |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CONCORD HILL SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Janney ES Washington | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Somerset Elementary Chevy Chase | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| ONENESS FAMILY SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Hearst ES Washington | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| THE FAMILY ACADEMY OF BETHESDA Bethesda | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,208,700
Median Rent
$2,088/mo
Population
15,413
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bancroft ES Washington, DC | 8.6 |
| DC Bilingual PCS Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Tyler ES Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Janney ES Washington, DC | 8.9 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| Murch ES Washington, DC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette ES
What grades does Lafayette ES serve?
Lafayette ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lafayette ES?
Lafayette ES has an enrollment of approximately 933 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette ES is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette ES rank in DC?
Lafayette ES ranks #27 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Lafayette ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette ES has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lafayette ES a charter school?
No, Lafayette ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafayette ES a Title I school?
No, Lafayette ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 933
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.6%
- Phone
- (202) 282-0116
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #18 of 116
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