For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,484 students in Westlake, LA.
The top ranked public schools in Westlake, LA are Westwood Elementary School, Westlake High School and Western Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westlake, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Westlake have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Westlake, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
| 348 students
Rank: #22.
Westlake High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Garden Drive
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4950
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4950
Grades: 9-12
| 476 students
Rank: #33.
Western Heights Elementary School
(Math: 33% | 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
| 322 students
Rank: #44.
S. P. Arnett Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Sulphur Ave
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4630
Westlake, LA 70669
(337) 217-4630
Grades: 6-8
| 338 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Westlake, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Westlake, LA include Westwood Elementary School, Westlake High School and Western Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Westlake, LA?
4 public schools are located in Westlake, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in Westlake, LA?
Westlake, LA public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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