A Hidden Jewel
Lafayette Elementary is committed to providing the best quality education for our K-5 student population. We are over 135 years old and have been at our current school site for more than 70 years with an active PTA for more than 80 years. We also had the first Kindergarten program in the state of California. Despite being such an old school, we are current in our efforts to create a student-centered, life long learning environment, utilizing the Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) philosophy. Our teachers are all certified.
Lafayette is a public elementary school located in the outer Richmond district of San Francisco. The school is located less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean, four blocks from Golden Gate Park and three blocks from Lincoln Park, the Coastal Trail and Palace of the Legion of Honor. Lafayette is also within walking distance of many bus lines, enabling our students and teachers easy access to San Francisco's numerous resources.
Our students represent 23 language groups which reflects the diversity of the Lafayette neighborhood. The programs listed inside ensure that the academic and social needs of every student at Lafayette are met.
A Message from Our Principal
I am very proud to be the principal of Lafayette Elementary School. The staff is committed to providing a positive academic and total school experience for your child.
This is only possible because of the growing partnership we have with our dedicated and supportive parents. They assist us by volunteering their time and talents in fund raising, extra curricular activities in the classroom and throughout the school.
We welcome you and look forward to the opportunity to work with your child for the next six years, to expand their academic and social growth and development in a nurturing environment.
Ms. Ruby G. Brown, Principal
