Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Lafayette Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lafayette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Lafayette Elementary School's student population of 420 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Lafayette Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lafayette Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1231 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
4%
36%
White
83%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Walker County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lafayette Elementary School's ranking?
North Lafayette Elementary School is ranked #1231 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Lafayette Elementary School often compared to?
North Lafayette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naomi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Lafayette Elementary School?
420 students attend North Lafayette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Lafayette Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lafayette Elementary School?
North Lafayette Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Lafayette Elementary School offer ?
North Lafayette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lafayette Elementary School part of?
North Lafayette Elementary School is part of Walker County School District.
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