Excellent
#172 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 13% in state
A. A. Nelson Elementary School
Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish
1001 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Enrollment
772
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
772
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lake Charles
#11 of 34
public schools
Louisiana elementary schools
#89 of 703
In district
#17 of 55
Calcasieu Parish
Equity
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About A. A. Nelson Elementary School
A. A. Nelson Elementary School serves 772 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Lake Charles, Louisiana, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools.
With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking #139 out of 1,290 Louisiana schools, the school places in the 89th percentile statewide for academic achievement. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 64% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and 54% reaching proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. With 50 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, A.
A. Nelson maintains a manageable 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention and instruction. Located at 1001 Country Club Road in Calcasieu Parish, the school serves a well-educated community where 40% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The surrounding 70605 ZIP code area reflects economic stability with a median household income of $86,068 and median home values of $278,200, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 7.7% among its 40,870 residents. A. A.
Nelson Elementary operates as a regular public school in Lake Charles's small city environment, providing students with a solid educational foundation in a supportive community setting.
Score Breakdown
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A. A. Nelson Elementary School — Students at A. A. Nelson Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 18 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How A. A. Nelson Elementary School Compares
See how A. A. Nelson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 54% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 64% (2022).
Location
1001 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. A. Nelson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prien Lake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lake Charles, see our Lake Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,337
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
40,715
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
35
Community Profile
The community surrounding A. A. Nelson Elementary School has a median household income of $88,337. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,800, with a median rent of $1,348/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Frasch Elementary School Sulphur, LA | 8.0 |
| Harry S Truman School Marrero, LA | 8.0 |
| J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School Monroe, LA | 8.0 |
| Kingston Elementary School Benton, LA | 8.0 |
| Maplewood Elementary Sulphur, LA | 8.0 |
| Phillis Wheatley Community School New Orleans, LA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. A. Nelson Elementary School
What grades does A. A. Nelson Elementary School serve?
A. A. Nelson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A. A. Nelson Elementary School?
A. A. Nelson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 772 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. A. Nelson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. A. Nelson Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. A. Nelson Elementary School rank in LA?
A. A. Nelson Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is A. A. Nelson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. A. Nelson Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. A. Nelson Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, A. A. Nelson Elementary School has 54.3% math proficiency and 64.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is A. A. Nelson Elementary School a charter school?
No, A. A. Nelson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. A. Nelson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A. A. Nelson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. A. Nelson Elementary School?
54.3% of students at A. A. Nelson Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 772
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Calcasieu Parish
- Phone
- (337) 217-4790
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Calcasieu Parish- District Enrollment
- 29,282
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,724
- District Rank
- #17 of 55
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