For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,249 students in 70607, LA (there are 3 private schools, serving 228 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 70607, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70607, LA are Grand Lake High School, Grand Lake Elementary School and F. K. White Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70607 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70607, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70607, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Lake High School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Gr: 7-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-6 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Lake Charles College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Power Centre Pkwy
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 419-2868
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 419-2868
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
M. J. Kaufman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Tekel Road
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4740
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4740
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Lake Charles Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3160 Power Center Parkway
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 475-7900
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 475-7900
Gr: PK-8 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Henry Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Louisiana Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4620
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4620
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3825 Brentwood Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4610
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4610
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 East Mcneese Street
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 475-7910
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 475-7910
Gr: PK-8 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3955 Gerstner Mem. Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4490
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 217-4490
Gr: PK-5 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70607, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70607, LA include Grand Lake High School, Grand Lake Elementary School and F. K. White Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70607?
10 public schools are located in 70607.
What percentage of students in 70607 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 70607 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70607?
70607 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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