Serving 322 students in grades 7-12, Grand Lake High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Lake High School's attendance zone covers the entire Lake Charles school district, encompassing approximately 1,936.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 46.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Lake High School's student population of 322 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Lake High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Lake High School is 0.25, which is less 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
#78 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Lake High School's ranking?
Grand Lake High School is ranked #78 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Grand Lake High School is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Grand Lake High School?
322 students attend Grand Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Grand Lake High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Lake High School?
Grand Lake High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Lake High School offer ?
Grand Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Lake High School part of?
Grand Lake High School is part of Cameron Parish School District.
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