LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lafayette Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lafayette Elementary school district, located in Lafayette, CA with about 536 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Lafayette Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 29:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lafayette Elementary School, located at 950 Moraga Road in Lafayette, California, serves as a cornerstone of the Lafayette School District. Situated in an affluent, family-oriented community in the East Bay, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its supportive, tight-knit campus culture. It provides a robust elementary education program that emphasizes foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science, while also incorporating enrichment opportunities that cater to the diverse interests of its student body.

Beyond its academic rigor, Lafayette Elementary is known for its strong partnership between educators, parents, and the broader community. The school benefits from active parent involvement and community support, which helps fund various extracurricular activities, technology integrations, and student support services. Its location in the heart of Lafayette reflects the district’s focus on providing a safe, nurturing environment that fosters both intellectual growth and social-emotional development for every student.

For more information, contact Lafayette Elementary at (925) 927-3570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.