Serving 614 students in grades 6-8, F. K. White Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: F. K. White Middle School serves the southeastern section of Lake Charles, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 64.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
F. K. White Middle School's student population of 614 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Desire, Discipline, Dedication Every Day! No Excuses!
School Rankings
F. K. White Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F. K. White Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#570 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F. K. White Middle School's ranking?
F. K. White Middle School is ranked #570 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are F. K. White Middle School often compared to?
F. K. White Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like S. J. Welsh Middle School, Moss Bluff Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend F. K. White Middle School?
614 students attend F. K. White Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of F. K. White Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F. K. White Middle School?
F. K. White Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does F. K. White Middle School offer ?
F. K. White Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F. K. White Middle School part of?
F. K. White Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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