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Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate

Middle School · Lafayette School Corporation

530 N 26th St, Lafayette, IN 47904

Enrollment

1,029

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,201 of 1,823

In Lafayette

#14 of 24

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Lafayette School Corporation

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate

5.6/10

Middle School in Lafayette · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate is a public middle school in Lafayette, IN, part of Lafayette School Corporation. Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate serves approximately 1,029 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,201 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,504
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate — Students at Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 48.7% (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
65%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
28%
2025
Math
23.9%
ELA
28.4%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate Compares

See how Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in IN
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

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

530 N 26th St, Lafayette, IN 47904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST BONIFACE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School (rated 5.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette 0.1 mi 6.9
Murdock Elementary School Lafayette 0.3 mi 5.2
Excel Center - Lafayette Lafayette 0.4 mi 3.0
Oakland Elementary School Lafayette 0.8 mi 5.7
ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 0.9 mi 7.4
ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 0.8 mi 7.0
Vinton Elementary School Lafayette 1.1 mi 7.1
FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette 0.9 mi
ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Lafayette 1.0 mi 6.7
ST JAMES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 1.0 mi 6.7
Jefferson High School Lafayette 1.6 mi 5.3
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette 1.7 mi 5.6
Glen Acres Elementary School Lafayette 1.5 mi 6.3
Thomas Miller Elementary School Lafayette 1.6 mi 5.3
CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 2.2 mi 7.2
Miami Elementary School Lafayette 2.4 mi 5.0
Edgelea Elementary School Lafayette 2.4 mi 7.7
KINDER CARE Lafayette 2.8 mi
West Lafayette Jr/Sr High School West Lafayette 2.5 mi 8.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER LAFAYETTE West Lafayette 2.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood 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
Hobart Middle School Hobart, IN 5.6
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette, IN 5.6
Kankakee Valley Middle School Wheatfield, IN 5.5
Parkview Middle School Jeffersonville, IN 5.5
Virgil I Grissom Middle School Mishawaka, IN 5.5
Frankfort Middle School Frankfort, IN 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate

What grades does Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate serve?

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate?

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 1,029 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate rank in IN?

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate ranks #1,201 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Sunnyside Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate a charter school?

No, Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate a Title I school?

No, Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate?

70.7% of students at Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
1,029
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Tippecanoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

District

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

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