Westlake High School is a high school in Westlake, Louisiana. It is a part of Calcasieu Parish Public Schools and was established in 1914.
Serving 487 students in grades 9-12, Westlake High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westlake High School serves the northeast part of Westlake, LA, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest boundary being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westlake High School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
Westlake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake High School is 0.43, 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
#374 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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
Orange & Black
School Mascot
Bighorn Sheep
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake High School's ranking?
Westlake High School is ranked #374 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Westlake High School often compared to?
Westlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Houston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake High School?
The graduation rate of Westlake High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Westlake High School?
487 students attend Westlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Westlake High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake High School?
Westlake High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westlake High School offer ?
Westlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westlake High School part of?
Westlake High School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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