Serving 440 students in grades 9-12, Lafayette International School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 440 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Minority Enrollment: 93%
Graduation Rate
: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
Math Proficiency
: ≥50% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60-79% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: <50% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Lafayette International School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lafayette International School?
The graduation rate of Lafayette International School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lafayette International School?
440 students attend Lafayette International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Lafayette International School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 29% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette International School?
Lafayette International School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lafayette International School offer ?
Lafayette International School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette International School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 440 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Minority Enrollment: 93%
Graduation Rate
: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
Math Proficiency
: ≥50% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60-79% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: <50% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
