For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,539 students in 70611, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70611, LA are Moss Bluff Elementary School, Moss Bluff Middle School and Gillis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70611 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70611, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70611, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70611, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70611, LA include Moss Bluff Elementary School, Moss Bluff Middle School and Gillis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70611?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70611.
What is the racial composition of students in 70611?
70611 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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