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#681 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 37% in state

Amelia Earhart Elementary School

Elementary School · Lafayette School Corporation

3280 S 9th St, Lafayette, IN 47909

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#681 of 1,823

In Lafayette

#7 of 24

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Lafayette School Corporation

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Amelia Earhart Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Lafayette · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Amelia Earhart Elementary School

Amelia Earhart Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lafayette, IN, part of Lafayette School Corporation. Amelia Earhart Elementary School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Amelia Earhart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #681 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Amelia Earhart Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,504
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

Amelia Earhart Elementary School — Students at Amelia Earhart Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 35 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
2025
Math
45.8%
ELA
36%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Amelia Earhart Elementary School Compares

See how Amelia Earhart Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in IN
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3280 S 9th St, Lafayette, IN 47909

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Amelia Earhart Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodland Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgelea Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Edgelea Elementary School Lafayette 0.8 mi 7.7
KINDER CARE Lafayette 0.7 mi
CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 1.0 mi 7.2
Miami Elementary School Lafayette 1.1 mi 5.0
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette 1.4 mi 5.6
Jefferson High School Lafayette 1.5 mi 5.3
Wea Ridge Elementary School Lafayette 1.7 mi 4.9
Wea Ridge Middle School Lafayette 1.9 mi 5.4
Thomas Miller Elementary School Lafayette 2.1 mi 5.3
McCutcheon High School Lafayette 2.1 mi 6.1
Oakland Elementary School Lafayette 2.3 mi 5.7
Mayflower Mill Elementary School Lafayette 2.4 mi 5.7
ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 2.7 mi 7.0
ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Lafayette 2.9 mi 6.7
Murdock Elementary School Lafayette 3.0 mi 5.2
ST JAMES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 3.1 mi 6.7
Excel Center - Lafayette Lafayette 3.1 mi 3.0
Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate Lafayette 3.1 mi 5.6
LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette 3.2 mi 6.9
Woodland Elementary School Lafayette 2.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,341

Median Home Value

$203,600

Median Rent

$1,091/mo

Population

42,971

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

65.9%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amelia Earhart Elementary School

What grades does Amelia Earhart Elementary School serve?

Amelia Earhart Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Amelia Earhart Elementary School?

Amelia Earhart Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Amelia Earhart Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Amelia Earhart Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Amelia Earhart Elementary School rank in IN?

Amelia Earhart Elementary School ranks #681 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Amelia Earhart Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Amelia Earhart Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Amelia Earhart Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Amelia Earhart Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Amelia Earhart Elementary School a charter school?

No, Amelia Earhart Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Amelia Earhart Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Amelia Earhart Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amelia Earhart Elementary School?

62.0% of students at Amelia Earhart Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Tippecanoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

Lafayette School Corporation
District Enrollment
7,152
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,504
District Rank
#3 of 11

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