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#217 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 45% of private schools
Lafayette Christian School
Elementary School
525 N 26TH ST, Lafayette, IN 47904
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#217 of 478
In Lafayette
#4 of 7
public schools
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Lafayette Christian School
Elementary School in Lafayette · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lafayette Christian School
Lafayette Christian School is a private elementary school in Lafayette, IN. Lafayette Christian School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Christian School show 66% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Lafayette Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Lafayette Christian School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lafayette Christian School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate | 5.6 |
| Murdock Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Oakland Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Vinton Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Glen Acres Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Thomas Miller Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School | 5.6 |
| Miami Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Edgelea Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Wyandotte Elementary | 6.9 |
| Wea Ridge Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Woodland Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Wea Ridge Middle School | 5.4 |
| Mayflower Mill Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Hershey Elementary School | 8.6 |
| East Tipp Middle School | 7.1 |
| Mintonye Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Southwestern Middle School | 4.1 |
| Wainwright Middle School | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Lafayette
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
525 N 26TH ST, Lafayette, IN 47904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgelea Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER LAFAYETTE (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby West Lafayette), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,841
Median Home Value
$118,700
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
16,340
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Learning Center-George Earle Hobart, IN | 6.9 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Huntington, IN | 6.9 |
| Oaklawn Elementary School Monticello, IN | 6.9 |
| Oregon-Davis Elementary School Hamlet, IN | 6.9 |
| TP SCHOOLS Indianapolis, IN | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette Christian School
What grades does Lafayette Christian School serve?
Lafayette Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lafayette Christian School?
Lafayette Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Christian School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lafayette Christian School rank in IN?
Lafayette Christian School ranks #217 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Lafayette Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Christian School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Christian School has 66% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Lafayette Christian School a private school?
Yes, Lafayette Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Calvinist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lafayette Christian School a religious school?
Lafayette Christian School has a Calvinist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Calvinist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Tippecanoe County
- Phone
- (765) 447-3052
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