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Grand Lake Elementary

Public Grades PK, KG-6

68^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 690 Louisiana Elementary Schools

Better than 90% of Louisiana elementary schools

Summary

Grand Lake Elementary is a small, high-performing public school in Lake Charles, LA, serving 351 students in grades PK-6 and part of the top-ranked Cameron Parish school district. This school stands out as a true academic powerhouse, earning a 5-star rating for the 2025-2026 school year and ranking 68th out of 690 elementary schools statewide—placing it in the 90th percentile. Its academic proficiency rates are exceptional: 87% in math and 90% in English Language Arts, far surpassing the state averages of 62% and 70%, respectively. Compared to nearby schools in the Calcasieu Parish district, Grand Lake is a clear leader; for instance, A. A. Nelson Elementary ranks 133rd in the state, while many others like Fairview Elementary and Henry Heights Elementary fall in the bottom 20%.

One of the most remarkable features of Grand Lake Elementary is its extraordinary support for special education students, ranking 3rd in the entire state for effectiveness with this group. This achievement, combined with a low student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1, creates an intimate and inclusive learning environment that is virtually unmatched in the region. The school also maintains a low chronic absenteeism rate of 17.5%, well below the state average of 22.5% and significantly better than nearby schools like Brentwood Elementary (38.2%) and College Oaks Elementary (34.4%).

Grand Lake Elementary is a true "value-add" school, consistently achieving top-tier results despite a moderate percentage of students receiving free or reduced lunch (44%). Its recent surge to a 5-star rating and #3 ranking for special education suggests that innovative programs and a strong school culture are driving exceptional outcomes for all students. For parents seeking a school that excels academically, supports every child, and fosters a close-knit community, Grand Lake Elementary is a standout choice in the Lake Charles area.

351

Students ?

10.3

Student/teacher ratio ?

$26,019

Per pupil spending ?

44.2%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1039 Hwy 384
Lake Charles, LA 70607

(337) 905-2231

District: Cameron Parish

Racial breakdown:

White:

86.6%

Hispanic:

9.7%

Two or more races:

2.0%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 86th percentile in 2021 → 90th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Louisiana average (82% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 10% of Louisiana elementary schools

✓Small classes — about 10 students per teacher

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school82%

District avg72%

Louisiana avg62%

68^th of 690

Louisiana public elementary schools ?

Top 10%▲ up 4 pts since 2021

From top 14% (2021) to top 10% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

17^th of 116Cameron Parish among Louisiana districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2026	87.7	68 of 690	90.1%	★★★★★
2025	76.7	159 of 666	76.1%	★★★★☆
2024	86.8	78 of 675	88.4%	★★★★☆
2023	82.8	107 of 730	85.3%	★★★★☆
2022	74.1	187 of 727	74.3%	★★★★☆
2021	84.9	99 of 729	86.4%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2026	81.8	106 of 679	84.4%	★★★★☆
2025	74.9	143 of 633	77.4%	★★★★☆
2024	81.0	108 of 635	83.0%	★★★★☆
2023	75.1	163 of 705	76.9%	★★★★☆
2022	69.8	203 of 701	71.0%	★★★★☆
2021	85.3	79 of 705	88.8%	★★★★☆

Homeless

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2022	82.0	5 of 26	80.8%	★★★★☆
2021	92.7	1 of 19	94.7%	★★★★★

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2026	79.4	103 of 685	85.0%	★★★★☆
2025	66.9	223 of 661	66.3%	★★★☆☆
2024	79.9	108 of 674	84.0%	★★★★☆
2023	80.2	105 of 723	85.5%	★★★★☆
2022	76.2	135 of 724	81.4%	★★★★☆
2021	90.6	35 of 719	95.1%	★★★★★

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2026	85.4	81 of 682	88.1%	★★★★☆
2025	80.3	107 of 641	83.3%	★★★★☆
2024	85.9	76 of 651	88.3%	★★★★☆
2023	85.9	80 of 713	88.8%	★★★★☆
2022	75.3	171 of 712	76.0%	★★★★☆
2021	85.1	82 of 704	88.4%	★★★★☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2026	98.0	3 of 361	99.2%	★★★★★
2022	69.5	76 of 307	75.2%	★★★★☆
2021	79.5	40 of 306	86.9%	★★★★☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Louisiana percentile	Rating
2026	72.0	128 of 496	74.2%	★★★★☆
2025	62.0	161 of 431	62.6%	★★★☆☆
2024	75.4	97 of 434	77.6%	★★★★☆
2023	70.2	133 of 518	74.3%	★★★★☆
2022	61.8	205 of 517	60.3%	★★★☆☆
2021	78.9	88 of 522	83.1%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Special Education (2026)99th percentile+9 vs school

Male (2026)88th percentile~ school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)85th percentile-5 vs school

Female (2026)84th percentile-6 vs school

Homeless (2022)81st percentile+6 vs school

White (2026)74th percentile-16 vs school

By subject vs Louisiana (2025-2026) ?

English Language Arts90%+20 vs state

Mathematics87%+25 vs state

Social Studies69%+14 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				LEAP Mathematics (2026)						LEAP English Language Arts (2026)							LEAP Social Studies (2026)							Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	LEAP Mathematics 3rd Grade	LEAP Mathematics 4th Grade	LEAP Mathematics 5th Grade	LEAP Mathematics 6th Grade	LEAP Mathematics 8th Grade	LEAP Mathematics All Grades	LEAP English Language Arts 3rd Grade	LEAP English Language Arts 4th Grade	LEAP English Language Arts 5th Grade	LEAP English Language Arts 6th Grade	LEAP English Language Arts 7th Grade	LEAP English Language Arts 8th Grade	LEAP English Language Arts All Grades	LEAP Social Studies 3rd Grade	LEAP Social Studies 4th Grade	LEAP Social Studies 5th Grade	LEAP Social Studies 6th Grade	LEAP Social Studies 7th Grade	LEAP Social Studies 8th Grade	LEAP Social Studies All Grades	Total
Grand Lake Elementary	Public	PK, KG-6	1039 Hwy 384	Lake Charles	70607	Cameron Parish	Cameron Parish	No	No	No	(n/a)	(337) 905-2231	351	34	10.3	44.2%	304 (86.6%)	5 (1.4%)	34 (9.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (2.0%)	87.7	68^th of 690 public elementary schools	90.1%		76.7	159^th of 666 public elementary schools	76.1%	91	94.0		92.0	94.0		87.0	76.0	90.0		100.0			90.0		70.0	74.0	58.0			69.0	$26,019
M. J. Kaufman Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	301 Tekel Road	Lake Charles	70607	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4740	308	31	10.0	82.1%	118 (38.3%)	133 (43.2%)	25 (8.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	2 (0.6%)	29 (9.4%)	62.5	280^th of 690 public elementary schools	59.4%		71.2	208^th of 666 public elementary schools	68.8%	72	50.0	78.0	71.0			64.0	72.0	77.0					76.0	46.0	65.0	59.0				56.0	$18,371
St. John Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5566 Elliott Road	Lake Charles	70605	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4870	670	52	12.9	65.7%	358 (53.4%)	207 (30.9%)	54 (8.1%)	20 (3.0%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	28 (4.2%)	78.2	149^th of 690 public elementary schools	78.4%		70.3	216^th of 666 public elementary schools	67.6%	67		65.0	81.0			72.0	82.0	80.0					83.0	71.0	63.0	75.0				70.0	$15,355
Dolby Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	817 Jefferson Drive	Lake Charles	70605	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4730	360	31	11.5	61.4%	146 (40.6%)	170 (47.2%)	21 (5.8%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (5.8%)	74.1	194^th of 690 public elementary schools	71.9%		74.1	176^th of 666 public elementary schools	73.6%	18	77.0	67.0	53.0			67.0	81.0	83.0					81.0	75.0	69.0	65.0				70.0	$17,748
A. A. Nelson Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1001 Country Club Road	Lake Charles	70605	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4790	736	48	15.1	56.7%	304 (41.3%)	250 (34.0%)	50 (6.8%)	98 (13.3%)	4 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	30 (4.1%)	80.1	133^rd of 690 public elementary schools	80.7%		87.8	74^th of 666 public elementary schools	88.9%	59	82.0	81.0	77.0			80.0	74.0	80.0					80.0	72.0	62.0	70.0				67.0	$14,736
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy	Public, Charter	PK, KG-8	1700 East McNeese Street	Lake Charles	70607	Calcasieu Parish	Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy	Yes	No	No	Yes	(337) 475-7910	852	57	15.0	82.9%	41 (4.8%)	588 (69.0%)	185 (21.7%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	33 (3.9%)								(n/a)																					$13,719
Fairview Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3955 Gerstner Mem. Drive	Lake Charles	70607	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4490	518	46	11.2	58.7%	44 (8.5%)	168 (32.4%)	296 (57.1%)	2 (0.4%)	3 (0.6%)	1 (0.2%)	4 (0.8%)	16.4	625^th of 690 public elementary schools	9.4%		17.9	584^th of 666 public elementary schools	12.3%	41	44.0	47.0	42.0			45.0	42.0	56.0	49.0				48.0	30.0	32.0	32.0				31.0	$16,996
Lake Charles Charter Academy	Public, Charter	PK, KG-8	3160 Power Center Parkway	Lake Charles	70607	Calcasieu Parish	Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc.	Yes	No	No	Yes	(337) 475-7900	951	58	16.3	85.5%	16 (1.7%)	805 (84.6%)	96 (10.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.2%)	31 (3.3%)	32.1	490^th of 690 public elementary schools	29.0%		39.6	418^th of 666 public elementary schools	37.2%	72	37.0	57.0		50.0	55.0	47.0	51.0	61.0	66.0	65.0	71.0	66.0	64.0	36.0	54.0	42.0	43.0	54.0	54.0	47.0	$15,153
Brentwood Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3825 Brentwood Avenue	Lake Charles	70607	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4610	272	26	10.3	93.0%	6 (2.2%)	252 (92.6%)	6 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (2.6%)	45.4	396^th of 690 public elementary schools	42.6%		49.1	361^st of 666 public elementary schools	45.8%	35	58.0		41.0			57.0	70.0	68.0	81.0				74.0	42.0	46.0	44.0				44.0	$19,296
Henry Heights Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3600 Louisiana Avenue	Lake Charles	70607	Calcasieu Parish	Calcasieu Parish	No	No	No	Yes	(337) 217-4620	315	33	9.4	79.7%	44 (14.0%)	238 (75.6%)	14 (4.4%)	2 (0.6%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (4.8%)	25.9	549^th of 690 public elementary schools	20.4%		29.7	498^th of 666 public elementary schools	25.2%	51	66.0	37.0	31.0			45.0	73.0	56.0	54.0				61.0	29.0	33.0	27.0				29.0	$21,468

Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Lake Elementary

How many students attend Grand Lake Elementary?

In the 2024-25 school year, 351 students attended Grand Lake Elementary.

What is the racial makeup of Grand Lake Elementary?

Students at Grand Lake Elementary are 87% White, 10% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 1% African American.

Is Grand Lake Elementary a good school?

Yes. Grand Lake Elementary ranks in the top 9.9% of Louisiana elementary schools.

What district is Grand Lake Elementary in?

Cameron Parish

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