Washington-Marion Magnet High School is a magnet high school in Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of the Calcasieu Parish Public Schools. As of 2018 it has 699 students and 90% of the staff is certified.
Serving 597 students in grades 9-12, Washington/marion Magnet High School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington/Marion Magnet High School serves the eastern part of Lake Charles, LA, covering an area of approximately 31.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington/marion Magnet High School's student population of 597 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Washington/marion Magnet High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington/marion Magnet High School is 0.13, 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
#1019 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
93%
42%
White
2%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Chargin' Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington/marion Magnet High School's ranking?
Washington/marion Magnet High School is ranked #1019 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Washington/marion Magnet High School often compared to?
Washington/marion Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alfred M. Barbe High School, Lake Charles College Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington/marion Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Washington/marion Magnet High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Washington/marion Magnet High School?
597 students attend Washington/marion Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Washington/marion Magnet High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington/marion Magnet High School?
Washington/marion Magnet High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington/marion Magnet High School offer ?
Washington/marion Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington/marion Magnet High School part of?
Washington/marion Magnet High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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