LAFAYETTE HIGH

Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools

4460 Longhill Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188

1,208 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lafayette High School, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, is a prominent secondary institution serving the Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education programs, and specialized honors tracks. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive learning environment that prepares students for success in higher education and the global workforce through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction and extensive extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its academic achievements, Lafayette High is highly regarded for its vibrant campus culture and community involvement. Students are encouraged to participate in a diverse selection of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led organizations, which help cultivate leadership skills and school spirit. By emphasizing both personal growth and community responsibility, Lafayette High remains a central pillar in the Williamsburg area, dedicated to nurturing well-rounded citizens who are prepared to meet the challenges of the future.

1,208

Total Students

70.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

66.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAFAYETTE HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	610
Hispanic	195
Black	268
Asian	40
Two or More	88
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	4

White
610 (50.5 %)
Black
268 (22.2 %)
Hispanic
195 (16.1 %)
Two or More
88 (7.3 %)
Asian
40 (3.3 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.3 %)
American Indian
3 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools
Phone:	(757)565-0373
Website:	http://wjccschools.org/lhs/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,208
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	70.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	806
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 360

Grade 10 312

Grade 11 271

Grade 12 265