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Lafayette County

Arkansas · Public K-12

Across 5 public schools, Lafayette County, Arkansas serves roughly 808 K-12 students, roughly 1 in 8 residents. By level, that breaks down as 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools.

7-year change in Lafayette County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
808
-96 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
42%
was 44%
% Hispanic
4%
was 3%
% Black
50%
was 51%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
5
3 districts
Enrollment
808
NCES CCD
Median income
$41,278
Below Arkansas avg
Free/reduced lunch
81.6%
Above Arkansas avg
Elementary
2
410 students
Middle
1
23 students
High
2
375 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
LAFAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
472 students · 3 districts in Lafayette County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Lafayette County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
58%
Hispanic
1%
Black
37%
Asian
1%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
42%
Hispanic
4%
Black
50%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
9.0%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
14.3%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
5.3%
civilian labor
Median age
49
18.3% under 18

Test scores in Lafayette County

Latest 2023-24 ELA proficiency, 4 schools ranked. Arkansas state average: 33.9%.

See all 4 schools in Lafayette County ranked by score →

All schools (5)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
LAFAYETTE COUNTY ELEMENTARYLewisvilleElementaryPK-06244·
LAFAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOLStampsHigh07-12228·
BRADLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBradleyElementaryKG-06166·
BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOLBradleyHigh07-12147·
ARKANSAS CONSOLIDATED HIGH SCHOOL - LEWISVILLELewisvilleMiddle05-1223·

Cities in Lafayette County

Bradley2 schoolsLewisville2 schoolsStamps1 school

About Lafayette County

Lafayette County is a low-population county of about 6,136 residents in Arkansas. Its public-school system instructs approximately 808 students across 5 schools.

Stepping back, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $41,278, 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 14%. That income level is 21% noticeably below the Arkansas median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Lafayette County is made up of 2 elementary schools (410 students), 1 middle school (23), and 2 high schools (375).

LAFAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 472 students across Lafayette County.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment shrank 11%: 904 students in SY 2017-18 versus 808 in SY 2024-25.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Lafayette County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Lafayette County?
There are 5 public K-12 schools in Lafayette County, Arkansas, with a combined enrollment of about 808.
How many high schools are in Lafayette County?
Lafayette County, Arkansas has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 375 students.
How many middle schools are in Lafayette County?
Lafayette County, Arkansas has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 23 students.
How many elementary schools are in Lafayette County?
Lafayette County, Arkansas has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 410 students.
What is the largest school district in Lafayette County?
LAFAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest school district in Lafayette County, serving approximately 472 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
What is the population of Lafayette County?
Lafayette County, Arkansas has a population of approximately 6,136, with a median age of 49. About 18.3% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Lafayette County?
Median household income in Lafayette County is $41,278, below the Arkansas average of $52,446. About 14.3% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Lafayette County?
Approximately 9.0% of adults 25 and older in Lafayette County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Lafayette County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 81.6% of students in Lafayette County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Arkansas county average of 76.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lafayette County schools?
Across Lafayette County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 8.9 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data