Serving 604 students in grades 6-12, Lafayette High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Lafayette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Lafayette High School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Lafayette High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1074 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lafayette High School's ranking?
Lafayette High School is ranked #1074 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lafayette High School often compared to?
Lafayette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Suwannee High School, Hamilton County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lafayette High School?
The graduation rate of Lafayette High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lafayette High School?
604 students attend Lafayette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lafayette High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette High School?
Lafayette High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lafayette High School offer ?
Lafayette High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette High School part of?
Lafayette High School is part of Lafayette School District.
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