Schools in Lafayette

Coal-mining heritage turned foodie destination, Old Town charm with Boulder County schools

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Education

School Districts

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Boulder Valley School District
#2 Best School District in Colorado · Accredited with Distinction
  • Peak to Peak Charter (A+, #1-2 CO)
  • Centaurus HS, solid comprehensive HS
  • Angevine MS

Same BVSD as Boulder. Peak to Peak Charter is the crown jewel, lottery admission.

Early Education

Childcare & Pre-K

Daycare Centers
28–60 (centers + home-based providers)
Avg Monthly Cost
$900–$1,500/mo (varies by age and provider type)
Pre-K Availability
CO Universal Preschool available · Wildflower Preschool, Treehouse Learning, Cottontail Nursery School
After School
BVSD before/after-school care, city rec programs
Library Branches
Lafayette Public Library
Context

Community Demographics

Median Household Income
$100,000–$110,000
Common Questions

FAQ, Lafayette

What are the school ratings in Lafayette?

Lafayette is served by Boulder Valley School District, rated A by Niche and ranked #2 Best School District in Colorado. The crown jewel is Peak to Peak Charter (A+, #1–2 in CO), a top-rated K-12 charter school with lottery-based admission. Centaurus HS is the comprehensive high school, and Angevine MS serves middle school students. Enrollment zones vary. Always verify by address before purchasing.

What is the median home price in Lafayette?

Lafayette’s median home price ranges from $600K to $680K as of 2026, with options from $400K condos to $900K+ in newer developments. This is $100K–$200K below Boulder proper while offering the same BVSD school district access.

What is the cost of living in Lafayette?

Lafayette’s cost of living index is 141, or 41% above the national average, driven primarily by housing costs. However, median home prices of $600K–$680K are significantly lower than Boulder ($940K+) while offering the same BVSD school district. Median household income is $100,000–$110,000.