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Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School

Middle School · Lafayette School Corporation

2101 S 18th St, Lafayette, IN 47905

Enrollment

1,021

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,202 of 1,823

In Lafayette

#15 of 24

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Lafayette School Corporation

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School

5.6/10

Middle School in Lafayette · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School

Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School is a public middle school in Lafayette, IN, part of Lafayette School Corporation. Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School serves approximately 1,021 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,202 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% 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

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,504
Chronic Absenteeism33.8%

Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School — Students at Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 33 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
70%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
25%
2025
Math
22.6%
ELA
28.6%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School Compares

See how Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in IN
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

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

2101 S 18th St, Lafayette, IN 47905

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST BONIFACE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate (rated 5.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wea Ridge Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson High School Lafayette 0.2 mi 5.3
Edgelea Elementary School Lafayette 0.7 mi 7.7
Miami Elementary School Lafayette 0.7 mi 5.0
CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 0.7 mi 7.2
Oakland Elementary School Lafayette 1.0 mi 5.7
KINDER CARE Lafayette 1.1 mi
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Lafayette 1.4 mi 7.0
ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 1.5 mi 7.0
Thomas Miller Elementary School Lafayette 1.3 mi 5.3
Murdock Elementary School Lafayette 1.7 mi 5.2
Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate Lafayette 1.7 mi 5.6
Excel Center - Lafayette Lafayette 1.8 mi 3.0
LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette 1.8 mi 6.9
ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Lafayette 1.8 mi 6.7
ST JAMES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 2.0 mi 6.7
FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette 1.9 mi
ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 2.5 mi 7.4
Vinton Elementary School Lafayette 2.8 mi 7.1
Wea Ridge Elementary School Lafayette 2.9 mi 4.9
Wea Ridge Middle School Lafayette 3.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,115

Median Home Value

$215,500

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

42,109

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

35.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hobart Middle School Hobart, IN 5.6
Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate 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 Tecumseh JR High School

What grades does Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School serve?

Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School?

Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,021 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School rank in IN?

Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School ranks #1,202 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School 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 Tecumseh JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School a charter school?

No, Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School a Title I school?

No, Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Tecumseh JR High School?

69.2% of students at Lafayette Tecumseh JR High 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,021
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Tippecanoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.8%

District

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

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