Middle Schools in Lafayette School Corporation

The Lafayette School Corporation in Indiana operates two middle schools: Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate and Lafayette Tecumseh Junior High School. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and face some notable challenges, including below-average test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates.

Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate has a more diverse student population, with a higher percentage of minority students compared to Lafayette Tecumseh Junior High School. However, both schools have a large proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with over 70% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This highlights the need for additional resources and support to ensure these students have access to quality education.

Academically, both schools perform below the state average on ILEARN assessments for English Language Arts and Math. Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate has slightly higher proficiency rates, but the overall low test scores suggest a need for targeted interventions to improve student learning outcomes. Additionally, the high chronic absenteeism rates, reaching over 20% at both schools, are a significant concern that must be addressed to improve attendance and engagement.