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Lafayette Sr. High

High School · ROCKWOOD R-VI

17050 CLAYTON RD, Wildwood, MO 63011

Enrollment

1,660

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,311 of 2,221

In Wildwood

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#23 of 30

ROCKWOOD R-VI

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.0/10

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About Lafayette Sr. High

Lafayette Sr. High is a public high school in Wildwood, MO, part of ROCKWOOD R-VI. Lafayette Sr.

High serves approximately 1,660 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,311 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Sr. High show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.7% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg0 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation37.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,527
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Lafayette Sr. High — Students at Lafayette Sr. High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
97.5%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
54.9%
ELA
69.8%
2025
Math
48.4%
ELA
70.7%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Lafayette Sr. High Compares

See how Lafayette Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in MO
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.3
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
37.9% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·61 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17050 CLAYTON RD, Wildwood, MO 63011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lafayette Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARAT ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BARAT ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BABLER ELEM. Glencoe 0.4 mi 7.0
ST ALBAN ROE SCHOOL Wildwood 0.4 mi 6.1
GREEN PINES ELEM. Wildwood 0.6 mi 5.5
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY WILDWOOD Wildwood 1.2 mi
POND ELEM. Wildwood 1.4 mi 4.3
ELEGANT CHILD EARLY LEARNING CENTER Wildwood 1.5 mi
WILDWOOD MIDDLE Wildwood 1.6 mi 8.2
ROCKWOOD VALLEY MIDDLE Wildwood 1.8 mi 8.4
FAIRWAY ELEM. Wildwood 2.1 mi 7.6
RIDGE MEADOWS ELEM. Ellisville 2.5 mi 7.4
LASALLE SPRINGS MIDDLE Wildwood 3.0 mi 4.5
ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. Chesterfield 2.5 mi 4.5
ELLISVILLE ELEM. Ellisville 2.5 mi 8.5
CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville 2.6 mi 7.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield 3.5 mi
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ellisville 3.0 mi 6.5
BARAT ACADEMY Chesterfield 4.0 mi 7.8
BARAT ACADEMY Chesterfield 4.0 mi 7.5
CHESTERFIELD ELEM. Chesterfield 4.0 mi 8.4
CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,941

Median Home Value

$373,600

Median Rent

$1,624/mo

Population

36,274

College Educated

66.4%

Homeownership

83.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

44

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WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence, MO 5.9
Washington High School Washington, MO 6.1
FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington, MO 5.8
JOPLIN HIGH Joplin, MO 5.8
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant, MO 5.8
NEOSHO HIGH Neosho, MO 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lafayette Sr. High

What grades does Lafayette Sr. High serve?

Lafayette Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lafayette Sr. High?

Lafayette Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,660 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Sr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Sr. High is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lafayette Sr. High rank in MO?

Lafayette Sr. High ranks #1,311 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Lafayette Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Lafayette Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Sr. High has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lafayette Sr. High a charter school?

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

Is Lafayette Sr. High a Title I school?

No, Lafayette Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Sr. High?

10.7% of students at Lafayette Sr. High 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,660
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
106
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

ROCKWOOD R-VI
District Enrollment
20,088
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,527
District Rank
#23 of 30

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