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Welcome to the LaFayette School District

At LaFayette, we prioritize the growth and success of every student, fostering a learning environment that encourages respect, creativity, and academic achievement.

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Boys Basketball Team 2025
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School Buses - Opening Day

Welcome to the LaFayette School District

At LaFayette, we prioritize the growth and success of every student, fostering a learning environment that encourages respect, creativity, and academic achievement.

Jr. Sr. High Front
Students with instruments
Native Americans
Boys Basketball Team 2025
GS Book Buddies 2025
JV Volleyball

Rooted in Community, Committed to Excellence —

Four Schools, Three Buildings, Two Nations, One Goal: Excellence!

LaFayette Central School District is a rural school district located eight miles south of downtown Syracuse, NY. LaFayette sits at the crossroads of Central New York at the intersection of US Route 20 and US Route 11. The district is approximately 44 square miles and includes portions of the towns of LaFayette, Onondaga, Fabius, and Tully. LaFayette is proud to serve Haudenosaunee students from the Onondaga Nation and operates the Onondaga Nation School. The Onondaga Nation school provides instruction in Onondaga language and culture for our Indigenous students.

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Inclusivity

We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.

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March 23, 2026

LaFayette Pre-K Readiness Nights

LaFayette CSD will hold two Pre-K Readiness Nights for parents of children who are 4 as of December 1, 2026. Grimshaw Elementary on April 23, 2026 from 5-6:30pmOnondaga Nation School on April 30, 2...

March 11, 2026

LaFayette Rock Fest

LaFayette Rock Fest is Central New York's premier High School Rock Band Showcase that supports the Matt Nastasi Memorial Scholarship. This is a scholarship that is awarded to a graduating senior wh...

February 18, 2026

Sectional Games

The postseason has arrived for Boys/Girls Basketball and Boys Hockey.Boys Varsity Basketball @ Waterville Thursday 2/19 @ 6pmGirls Varsity Basketball @ Weedsport Saturday 2/21 @ 4pmSyracuse City Ho...

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A Close-Knit Community Where Every Student Is Known, Valued, and Supported

Blending Time-Honored Traditions with Innovative Approaches to Foster Future Success

Empowering Students Through Personalized, Challenging Learning for a Bright Future

The LaFayette Difference —

Nurturing Potential, Celebrating Diversity

The district serves 750 students in four schools: Grimshaw Elementary grades PK-6, LaFayette Big Picture School grades 9-12, LaFayette Jr/Sr High School grades 7-12 and the Onondaga Nation School grades PK-8.

Staff members are committed to academic success and personal growth for all students. Our students are our future and we believe in creating a personalized, supportive, and rigorous program that will help prepare them for future success.