AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Amelia Earhart Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lafayette School Corporation school district, located in Lafayette, IN with about 421 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 25 teachers, Amelia Earhart Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Amelia Earhart Elementary School is a public school located in Lafayette, Indiana, serving students from kindergarten through fourth grade. Part of the Lafayette School Corporation, the school is named in honor of the pioneering aviator and emphasizes a nurturing, student-centered environment. It is known for a strong commitment to academic foundational skills, social-emotional development, and fostering an inclusive community where students are encouraged to explore their interests and reach their full potential.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Lafayette community, often prioritizing active family involvement and collaborative partnerships between teachers, parents, and students. By maintaining a focus on core subjects such as literacy and mathematics while promoting character education, Amelia Earhart Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the upper elementary and middle school levels. Its approach is characterized by a balance of traditional classroom instruction and modern educational practices designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

For more information, contact Amelia Earhart Elementary School at (765) 772-4740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.