Below Average
#1485 of 1,793 schools in MA
Lafayette School
Elementary School · Everett
117 Edith Street, Everett, MA 02149
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,485 of 1,793
In Everett
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Everett
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Lafayette School
Elementary School in Everett · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lafayette School
Lafayette School is a public elementary school in Everett, MA, part of Everett. Lafayette School serves approximately 1,000 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,485 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lafayette School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Lafayette 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
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Lafayette School — Students at Lafayette School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Lafayette School Compares
See how Lafayette School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
117 Edith Street, Everett, MA 02149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferryway (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linden (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Malden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Everett, see our Everett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Ferryway Malden | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Salemwood Malden | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Everett High Everett | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Parlin School Everett | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Webster Extension Everett | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science Everett | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Malden High Malden | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Devens School Everett | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| George Keverian School Everett | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Webster School Everett | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Malden Early Learning Center Malden | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Forestdale Malden | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Sumner G. Whittier School Everett | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Madeline English School Everett | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Linden Malden | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Adams School Everett | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,658
Median Home Value
$605,200
Median Rent
$1,988/mo
Population
49,236
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham, MA | 4.5 |
| E Somerville Community Somerville, MA | 4.5 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton, MA | 4.5 |
| Shurtleff Early Childhood Chelsea, MA | 4.5 |
| A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere, MA | 4.4 |
| Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette School
What grades does Lafayette School serve?
Lafayette School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lafayette School?
Lafayette School has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette School rank in MA?
Lafayette School ranks #1,485 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lafayette School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lafayette School a charter school?
No, Lafayette School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafayette School a Title I school?
No, Lafayette School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,000
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.7%
- Phone
- (617) 394-2450
Resources & Links
District
Everett- District Enrollment
- 7,345
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,117
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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