Elementary Schools in Lafayette County

Lafayette County, Mississippi is home to two elementary schools—Lafayette Upper Elementary School (grades 3–6) and Lafayette Elementary School (grades PK–2)—serving the Lafayette County School District, which ranks 6th out of 134 districts in Mississippi. Both schools sit in a district rated in the 96th percentile statewide, and together they form a strong educational pipeline for students in this area.

For parents focused on academic performance, Lafayette Upper Elementary School is the standout. It ranks 45th out of 377 Mississippi elementary schools in 2025–2026, earning 4 stars and placing in the top 12% statewide. Its MAAP proficiency rates beat state averages by double digits in both English Language Arts (68.0% vs. 51.2%) and math (67.8% vs. 50.7%). Science is a particular strength, with 5th grade hitting 80.1% proficiency. The school has also improved its state rank dramatically, climbing from 82nd in 2023–2024 to 45th in 2025–2026. That said, math dipped slightly overall, and 6th grade math fell sharply from 72.7% to 61.1%—so while the trajectory is positive, it is not uniform across all grades. The strongest current sweet spot is 4th grade, which posted the school’s top scores in both ELA and math.

Lafayette Elementary School does not have test scores or a state rank since it serves PK–2, but it is equally important as the foundational early-grade school. It stands out for having the lowest chronic absenteeism rate of the two (17.0% vs. 17.8%), both well below the district and state averages. The two schools share nearly identical free/reduced lunch rates (53.1% and 52.8%), meaning Lafayette Upper’s strong results are not simply a product of serving a more affluent population. With a district ranked in the top 5% statewide and consistent attendance, families in Lafayette County have every reason to expect a high-quality, well-supported elementary experience from start to finish.