Serving 880 students in grades 9-12, Lafayette High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lafayette High School's student population of 880 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lafayette High School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
22%
47%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette High School's ranking?
Lafayette High School is ranked #77 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lafayette High School often compared to?
Lafayette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lafayette High School?
The graduation rate of Lafayette High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lafayette High School?
880 students attend Lafayette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lafayette High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 2% 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 High School?
Lafayette High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette High School offer ?
Lafayette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette High School part of?
Lafayette High School is part of Lafayette Co School District.
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