For the 2025 school year, there are 61 public schools serving 32,376 students in Calcasieu Parish, LA (there are 15 private schools, serving 3,607 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Calcasieu Parish, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Calcasieu Parish, LA are T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School, Vincent Settlement Elementary School and Prien Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calcasieu Parish, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Calcasieu Parish have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Calcasieu Parish (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2711 Common Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4680
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4680
Grades: K-5
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
Vincent Settlement Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1072 Vincent Settlement Road
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4580
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4580
Grades: PK-5
| 306 students
Rank: #33.
Prien Lake Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3741 Nelson Road
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4910
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4910
Grades: PK-5
| 703 students
Rank: #44.
Lebleu Settlement Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6509 Hwy 3059
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 217-4880
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 217-4880
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #55.
Grand Lake High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1039 Hwy 384 Grand Lake
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 905-2231
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 905-2231
Grades: 7-12
| 349 students
Rank: #66.
A. A. Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1001 Country Club Road
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4790
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4790
Grades: PK-5
| 772 students
Rank: #77.
Sam Houston High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
880 S H Jones Parkway
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4480
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4480
Grades: 9-12
| 1,191 students
Rank: #88.
Frasch Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
540 S Huntington
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4550
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4550
Grades: PK-5
| 556 students
Rank: #99.
Moss Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 School Street
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4640
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4640
Grades: PK-5
| 986 students
Rank: #1010.
Dolby Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
817 Jefferson Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4730
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4730
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #1111.
Grand Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1039 Hwy 384
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 905-2231
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 905-2231
Grades: PK-6
| 358 students
Rank: #1212.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 81% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1900 Sampson Street
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4940
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4940
Grades: PK-2
| 416 students
Rank: #1313.
Westlake High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Garden Drive
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4950
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4950
Grades: 9-12
| 493 students
Rank: #1414.
Alfred M. Barbe High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 West Mcneese
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4460
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4460
Grades: 9-12
| 2,012 students
Rank: #1515.
Cypress Cove Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Currie Drive
Sulphur, LA 70665
(337) 217-4970
Sulphur, LA 70665
(337) 217-4970
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #1616.
Dequincy Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1605 West Fourth Street
Dequincy, LA 70633
(337) 217-4650
Dequincy, LA 70633
(337) 217-4650
Grades: 3-5
| 207 students
Rank: #1717.
E. K. Key Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1201 E Burton Street
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4660
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4660
Grades: PK-5
| 552 students
Rank: #1818.
Maplewood Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4401 Maplewood Dr
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4920
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4920
Grades: 6-8
| 314 students
Rank: #1919.
Moss Bluff Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1104 Recreation Blvd
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4570
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4570
Grades: 6-8
| 864 students
Rank: #2020.
Bell City High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7161 Highway 14 East
Bell City, LA 70630
(337) 217-4500
Bell City, LA 70630
(337) 217-4500
Grades: PK-12
| 815 students
Rank: #2121.
St. John Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5566 Elliott Road
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4870
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4870
Grades: PK-5
| 688 students
Rank: #2222.
Sulphur High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Sycamore Street
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4430
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4430
Grades: 9-12
| 1,992 students
Rank: #2323.
W. W. Lewis Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1752 Cypress
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4700
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 769 students
Rank: #2424.
S. J. Welsh Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 W Mcneese
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4410
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4410
Grades: 6-8
| 1,031 students
Rank: #2525.
Iowa High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Miller Ave
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4380
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4380
Grades: 6-12
| 1,051 students
Rank: #2626.
W. T. Henning Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
774 Henning Drive
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4840
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4840
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #2727.
Western Heights Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Elizabeth Street
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4930
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4930
Grades: 3-5
| 357 students
Rank: #2828.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4401 Maplewood Dr.
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4920
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4920
Grades: PK-5
| 654 students
Rank: #2929.
Dequincy High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
207 N Overton
Dequincy, LA 70633
(337) 217-4530
Dequincy, LA 70633
(337) 217-4530
Grades: 9-12
| 303 students
Rank: #3030.
S. P. Arnett Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Sulphur Ave
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4630
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4630
Grades: 6-8
| 378 students
Rank: #3131.
F. K. White Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 E Mcneese
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4810
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4810
Grades: 6-8
| 645 students
Rank: #3232.
Richard W. Vincent Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1634 Beglis Parkway
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4690
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4690
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Rank: #3333.
Gillis Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
916 Topsy Road
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4550
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4550
Grades: PK-5
| 689 students
Rank: #3434.
J. I. Watson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 E First St
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4670
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4670
Grades: PK-5
| 524 students
Rank: #3535.
Leblanc Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N Crocker
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4510
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 217-4510
Grades: 6-8
| 367 students
Show 26 more public schools in Calcasieu Parish, LA (out of 61 total schools)
Loading...
Calcasieu Parish Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Amikids Southwest (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
425 Kingsley St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-4422
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-4422
Grades: 4-12
| 16 students
C. Paul Phelps Correctional Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
14925 Hwy 27 North
Dequincy, LA 70633
(337) 786-7963
Dequincy, LA 70633
(337) 786-7963
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
C. Paul Phelps Correctional Center - Ssd #1 (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
P O Box 1056
Dequincy, LA 70633
(318) 786-7963
Dequincy, LA 70633
(318) 786-7963
Grades: Inquire with school
| 2 students
5254 Weaver Rd
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-5625
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-5625
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Calcasieu Parish Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2903 Opelousas St
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 491-1720
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 491-1720
Grades: 1-12
| 120 students
1015 Sixth Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 437-6166
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 437-6166
Grades: 8-12
| 88 students
100 N Prater St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4420
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4420
Grades: PK
| 140 students
2001 Russell Street
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 217-4760
Lake Charles, LA 70615
(337) 217-4760
Grades: PK
| 63 students
1509 Enterprise Boulevard
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-9594
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-9594
Grades: 8-12
| 434 students
745 S Shattuck
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4800
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 217-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 155 students
2200 Elder St
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-1344
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-1344
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Calcasieu Parish, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Calcasieu Parish, LA include T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School, Vincent Settlement Elementary School and Prien Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Calcasieu Parish?
61 public schools are located in Calcasieu Parish.
What percentage of students in Calcasieu Parish go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Calcasieu Parish are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Calcasieu Parish?
Calcasieu Parish public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Calcasieu Parish are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Calcasieu Parish include: Gillis Elementary School vs. Moss Bluff Elementary School, Ralph F. Wilson Elementary School vs. John J. Johnson Ii Elementary School, Moss Bluff Elementary School vs. Gillis Elementary School
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
