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Lafayette High

412 Highland Ave, St Joseph, MO 64505, United States
+1 (816) 671-4220
3.7
Overall Rating

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Lafayette High Overview

About This School

Lafayette High is a public high in St Joseph, Missouri, serving 644 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 52% in ELA and 22% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 52 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $58,051. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 322 students per counselor. Students at the school are 56% male and 44% female. The demographic breakdown includes 64% White, 13% Two or More Races, 11% Hispanic, 9% Black, and 1% Asian students.

644
Total Students
Grade 9-12
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
52 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts52%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Buchanan County
Students per Counselor
322:1

Lafayette High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

52%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 42%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.1:1
State Avg: 11.9:1
322
Students per Counselor

Lafayette High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
52

Average Teacher Salary

$58,051
City Avg: $57,624
State Avg: $57,370

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor322:1

Lafayette High Student Demographics

Student Body

55.75%
Male
44.25%
Female
Total Enrollment: 644 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White64.44%
Hispanic10.71%
Asian0.93%
Black8.85%
Two or More Races12.73%
Native American0.31%

Lafayette High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Lafayette High

Q: What is Lafayette High?

A: Lafayette High is a high public located in St Joseph.

Q: How many students attend Lafayette High?

A: Lafayette High has approximately 644 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette High is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Lafayette High

Lafayette High is a public high in St Joseph, Missouri, serving 644 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 52% in ELA and 22% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 52 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $58,051. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 322 students per counselor. Students at the school are 56% male and 44% female. The demographic breakdown includes 64% White, 13% Two or More Races, 11% Hispanic, 9% Black, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Lafayette High - St Joseph, MO

Quick Facts about Lafayette High
School NameLafayette High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location412 Highland Ave, St Joseph, MO 64505, St Joseph, MO
CountyBuchanan County
Phone+1 (816) 671-4220
Total Students644
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers52
Rating3.7/10
ELA Proficiency52%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Lafayette High

What is Lafayette High?

Lafayette High is a high public located in St Joseph.

How many students attend Lafayette High?

Lafayette High has approximately 644 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette High?

The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette High is 12:1.

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