Serving 420 students in grades 7-8, Lafayette Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lafayette Middle School's student population of 420 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lafayette Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
21%
45%
White
72%
40%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Middle School's ranking?
Lafayette Middle School is ranked #265 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lafayette Middle School often compared to?
Lafayette Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford Middle School, Lewisburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Middle School?
420 students attend Lafayette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lafayette Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette Middle School?
Lafayette Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lafayette Middle School offer ?
Lafayette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette Middle School part of?
Lafayette Middle School is part of Lafayette County School District.
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