Serving 969 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moss Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Moss Bluff Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lake Charles, LA, covering an area of about 40.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge being approximately 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moss Bluff Elementary School's student population of 969 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
6 acres
School Motto
Building Young Minds For Future Times
School Rankings
Moss Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moss Bluff Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#175 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple & Gold
School Mascot
Broncos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moss Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
Moss Bluff Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Moss Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
Moss Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gillis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Moss Bluff Elementary School?
969 students attend Moss Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moss Bluff Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moss Bluff Elementary School?
Moss Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moss Bluff Elementary School offer ?
Moss Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moss Bluff Elementary School part of?
Moss Bluff Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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