Lafayette, Indiana

Lafayette is a city located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, 74 miles (119 km) northwest of Indianapolis. Population in 1900, 18,116; in 1910, 20,081; in 1920, 22,486; and in 1940, 28,798 people. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 56,397. The city is the county seat of Tippecanoe County{{GR|6}}. West Lafayette, just across the Wabash River, is home to Purdue University, which has a large impact on both communities.

Education

Public education in the Lafayette area is provided by the Lafayette School Corporation. The district consists of the following schools:

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High Schools:

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Jefferson.

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Middle Schools:

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Tecumseh.

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Sunnyside.

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Elementary Schools:

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Amelia Earhart.

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Edgelea.

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George R Durgan.

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Glen Acres.

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Linnwood.

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Miami.

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Murdock.

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Oakland.

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Thomas Miller.

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Vinton.

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Washington.

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In the surrounding area can be found other good schools including independent, county, and the West Lafayette school systems. Some competition exists among them given proximity. Lafayette's school system has built a reputation for good extra curicular programs, especially its band program. West Lafayette and the Catholic School Systems are known for their high test scores. Many county schools are newer and thus have not had opportunity to display their excellence.

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