Welcome to Lafayette Elementary School
Our mission is to help our students reach their full potential through creative, challenging, and joyful learning experiences in a supportive, nurturing environment that integrates the arts into all we do. Located in Chevy Chase, DC
Meet the Team
Our talented and caring staff ensures that students thrive academically and socially. Get to know who is on the team!
Our Values
The choices we make are driven by our core values of a growth-mindset, joy, kindness, inclusion, and integrity.
Our Curricula
Our commitment to ensuring every child receives rigorous and joyful instruction starts with the curricula we teach.
School Video Tour
Although we are unable to offer families building tours outside of the regularly scheduled information sessions, we hope this virtual building tour gives you an understanding of the space and the sense of belonging you will experience here!
School News & Updates
Rescheduled 02/09/26: A Remembrance Gallery
Please join us in honoring Mr. Afsheen Benab at a Remembrance Gallery. This will be a time to honor, reflect, and celebrate his amazing life. Stop by to view photos, memories, and reflections that capture Mr. Benab’s lasting impact on our school and community. Monday,...
HSA General Meeting 2/2 on kids and tech, plus other important Save the Dates!
Our first HSA General Meeting of the year will discuss smartphones, social media, and our kids. We'll hear from local experts about the latest research and the Wait Until 8th movement. All Lafayette parents are invited/encouraged to attend the HSA's General...
Grizzly Gear Limited Drop
Missed out on our Fall limited tee drop? We’ve got you covered! The WINTER SAMM Tee is officially dropping on January 22. This is a pre-order only release and will be available for purchase online. All orders must be placed by February 2nd. Available in Adult S–XXL...
A Record-Breaking Book Fair — Thank You, Lafayette!
We are thrilled to share that this year’s Book Fair was truly one for the record books! Thanks to our amazing community, we had an incredibly successful Book Fair — and the impact is something to celebrate. By the numbers: 230 volunteer shifts filled by incredible...
Save the date: Lafayette Auction
This year’s Lafayette Auction will be held on May 2, 2026. Stay tuned for more details about the event including early bird ticket pricing and how you can help make this year's event the best yet.
Who We Are
Lafayette is the largest elementary school in the District of Columbia with about 900 students in pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade. We serve students from all 8 wards from over 15 different linguistic backgrounds and believe that our diversity is the source of our strength. We are proud of our academic excellence, talented teachers, happy students, and engaged community.
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Donation Opportunities
We are able to provide our students with incredible experiences with the support of the Home School Association (HSA), who accepts donations all year round.