At a glance
Reported students
475
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
62.01
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
7.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
52nd percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
469
Lafayette International School: 475 reported students.
State peer staffing position
8th percentile
7.7:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 446
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65.14
- Student–teacher ratio
- 6.8:1
What the reported data says about Lafayette International School
Lafayette International School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Buffalo. It is one of 62 current school records connected to Buffalo City School District. NCES reports 475 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 52nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 7.7:1, below the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (32%) and Black (28.4%). English learners represent 96% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lafayette International School
- 1How do the reported 7.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 62.01 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 96%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 96.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White10.1%
- Hispanic32%
- Black28.4%
- Asian26.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Buffalo City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lewis J Bennett High School of Innovative Technolgy
High · Grades 09–12
469 reported students
Burgard High School
High · Grades 09–12
502 reported students
Math Science Technology Preparatory School at 197
High · Grades 09–12
438 reported students
Buffalo School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management
High · Grades 09–12
436 reported students
Emerson School of Hospitality
High · Grades 09–12
399 reported students
East Community School
High · Grades 09–12
386 reported students
Public schools near Lafayette International School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Preparatory School (The) High · Buffalo City School District | 09–12 | 640 | 1.2 mi |
| McKinley Vocational High School High · Buffalo City School District | 09–12 | 862 | 1.2 mi |
| Health Sciences Charter School High · Charter · Health Sciences Charter School | 09–12 | 452 | 1.3 mi |
| Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts High · Buffalo City School District | 05–12 | 617 | 1.3 mi |
| Leonardo Da Vinci High School High · Buffalo City School District | 09–12 | 363 | 1.5 mi |
| City Honors School High · Buffalo City School District | 05–12 | 1,088 | 1.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lafayette International School
What grades does Lafayette International School serve?
Lafayette International School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Buffalo City School District.
How many students attend Lafayette International School?
Lafayette International School reported 475 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 52nd percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 446 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lafayette International School?
The calculated ratio is 7.7:1, based on 475 students and 62.01 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lafayette International School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lafayette International School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Buffalo City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lafayette International School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
96.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lafayette International School in?
Lafayette International School is part of Buffalo City School District, based in Buffalo, NY, which operates 62 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lafayette International School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include International Preparatory School (The) (1.2 mi), McKinley Vocational High School (1.2 mi), Health Sciences Charter School (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.