At a glance
Reported students
532
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
30
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
83rd percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
367
Lafayette Elementary School: 532 reported students.
State peer staffing position
87th percentile
17.7:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. 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
- 449
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29.73
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
What the reported data says about Lafayette Elementary School
Lafayette Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Seattle. It is one of 108 current school records connected to Seattle School District No. 1. NCES reports 532 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 83rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.7:1, above the Washington median of 15.7:1 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 White (60.9%) and multiracial (16.2%). English learners represent 4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lafayette Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 17.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 30 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 16%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.65
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.41
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White60.9%
- Hispanic13%
- Black4.3%
- Asian4.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial16.2%
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
Gifted and talented
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 Seattle School District No. 1
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cascadia Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
531 reported students
Loyal Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
527 reported students
South Shore PK-8 School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
546 reported students
Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
500 reported students
Arbor Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
495 reported students
Olympic Hills Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
486 reported students
Public schools near Lafayette Elementary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alki Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–05 | 269 | 1 mi |
| Genesee Hill Elementary Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–05 | 451 | 1 mi |
| Pathfinder K-8 School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–08 | 402 | 1.8 mi |
| Fairmount Park Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 357 | 1.9 mi |
| Louisa Boren STEM K-8 Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–08 | 437 | 2.4 mi |
| West Seattle Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 376 | 2.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lafayette Elementary School
What grades does Lafayette Elementary School serve?
Lafayette Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Seattle School District No. 1.
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary School?
Lafayette Elementary School reported 532 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 83rd percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 449 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lafayette Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 17.7:1, based on 532 students and 30 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lafayette Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lafayette Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Seattle School District No. 1 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lafayette Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
16% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lafayette Elementary School in?
Lafayette Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1, based in Seattle, WA, which operates 108 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lafayette Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Alki Elementary School (1 mi), Genesee Hill Elementary (1 mi), Pathfinder K-8 School (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.