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Lafayette Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Kokomo School Corporation

919 N Korby St, Kokomo, IN 46901

Enrollment

680

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,394 of 1,823

In Kokomo

#10 of 19

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

Kokomo School Corporation

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Lafayette Park Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Kokomo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pettit Park School

3.1/10

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7.3/10

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About Lafayette Park Elementary School

Lafayette Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kokomo, IN, part of Kokomo School Corporation. Lafayette Park Elementary School serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,394 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Park Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-22.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.7 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,699
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Lafayette Park Elementary School — Students at Lafayette Park Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 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
72%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
32%
2025
Math
28%
ELA
28.2%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Lafayette Park Elementary School Compares

See how Lafayette Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in IN
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Location

919 N Korby St, Kokomo, IN 46901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lafayette Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wallace Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACACIA ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kokomo, see our Kokomo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Pettit Park School Kokomo 0.5 mi 3.1
Wallace Elementary School Kokomo 0.7 mi 7.3
Excel Center - Kokomo Kokomo 1.2 mi 1.9
Central Middle School Kokomo 1.3 mi 6.2
ACACIA ACADEMY Kokomo 1.5 mi 7.1
Bon Air Elementary School Kokomo 1.9 mi 2.2
Bon Air Middle School Kokomo 2.0 mi 3.8
Boulevard Elementary School Kokomo 2.3 mi 5.5
Kokomo High School Kokomo 2.6 mi 6.9
Sycamore Elementary School Kokomo 2.1 mi 3.0
FD REESE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kokomo 2.1 mi
Maple Crest Middle School Kokomo 2.7 mi 3.2
Elwood Haynes Elementary School Kokomo 2.3 mi 2.6
THE CHILDREN'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kokomo 3.3 mi
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kokomo 3.8 mi 7.5
Northwestern Senior High School Kokomo 3.6 mi 8.1
Northwestern Middle School Kokomo 3.6 mi 6.0
Northwestern Elementary School Kokomo 3.7 mi 6.7
Taylor Elementary School Kokomo 4.9 mi 2.9
Howard Elementary School Kokomo 4.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,041

Median Home Value

$131,700

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

38,254

College Educated

17.3%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lafayette Park Elementary School

What grades does Lafayette Park Elementary School serve?

Lafayette Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lafayette Park Elementary School?

Lafayette Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Park Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lafayette Park Elementary School rank in IN?

Lafayette Park Elementary School ranks #1,394 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Lafayette Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lafayette Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Lafayette Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Park Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lafayette Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lafayette Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lafayette Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Park Elementary School?

66.3% of students at Lafayette Park 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Howard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Kokomo School Corporation
District Enrollment
5,393
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,699
District Rank
#5 of 11

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