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#217 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 17% in state

E. K. Key Elementary School

Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish

1201 E Burton Street, Sulphur, LA 70663

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sulphur

#7 of 11

public schools

Louisiana elementary schools

#118 of 703

In district

#21 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

School environment

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About E. K. Key Elementary School

E. K. Key Elementary School serves 552 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Sulphur, Louisiana.

This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.1 to 1 with 42 full-time equivalent teachers, creating smaller class environments that support individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #229 out of 1290 Louisiana elementary schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile statewide. Students show steady achievement with 50% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 44% achieve proficiency in Mathematics.

These results reflect the school's commitment to academic growth across all grade levels. E. K.

Key Elementary draws families from the surrounding 70663 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $56,276 and median home values average $166,600. The community of roughly 30,000 residents maintains a 15.9% poverty rate, with 16% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Located at 1201 E Burton Street, the school sits in Calcasieu Parish within Sulphur's mid-size suburban setting, providing students with a stable educational environment in this established Louisiana community.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44%
Reading/ELA Proficiency50%
Math vs. State Avg+8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)43%
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.4Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,543

E. K. Key Elementary School — Students at E. K. Key Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.0%
School
State
35.9%
ELA Proficiency 54.8%
School
State
43.0%

Based on 18 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
52.3%
ELA
51.3%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How E. K. Key Elementary School Compares

See how E. K. Key Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
83th percentile in LA
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
7.3/10
Above average
Environment
9.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers

Location

1201 E Burton Street, Sulphur, LA 70663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E. K. Key Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vincent Settlement Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prien Lake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frasch Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sulphur, see our Sulphur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sulphur High School Sulphur 0.7 mi 5.5
W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur 0.7 mi 8.9
Frasch Elementary School Sulphur 0.8 mi 8.0
Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children Sulphur 1.0 mi
LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur 1.0 mi 8.5
Richard W. Vincent Elementary School Sulphur 1.3 mi 6.2
W. T. Henning Elementary School Sulphur 1.7 mi 6.4
LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur 2.9 mi
Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur 3.3 mi 5.9
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur 3.0 mi 8.6
Maplewood Elementary Sulphur 3.0 mi 8.0
Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur 6.4 mi 9.3
Western Heights Elementary School Westlake 6.0 mi 5.7
Westlake High School Westlake 6.3 mi 5.4
Westwood Elementary School Westlake 6.6 mi 7.8
S. P. Arnett Middle School Westlake 6.8 mi 8.7
Alfred M. Barbe High School Lake Charles 8.0 mi 5.5
Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles 7.9 mi 9.2
St. John Elementary School Lake Charles 8.4 mi 7.0
S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles 8.6 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,444

Median Home Value

$174,300

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

29,511

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

37.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding E. K. Key Elementary School has a median household income of $59,444. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,300, with a median rent of $914/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Acadian Elementary School Houma, LA 7.8
Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School Houma, LA 7.8
Belle Place Elementary School New Iberia, LA 7.8
Forest Heights Academy of Excellence Baton Rouge, LA 7.8
Gonzales Primary School Gonzales, LA 7.8
Herndon Magnet School Belcher, LA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E. K. Key Elementary School

What grades does E. K. Key Elementary School serve?

E. K. Key Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend E. K. Key Elementary School?

E. K. Key Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E. K. Key Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at E. K. Key Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E. K. Key Elementary School rank in LA?

E. K. Key Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is E. K. Key Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

E. K. Key Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.8 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 E. K. Key Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, E. K. Key Elementary School has 53.0% math proficiency and 54.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is E. K. Key Elementary School a charter school?

No, E. K. Key Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E. K. Key Elementary School a Title I school?

No, E. K. Key Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E. K. Key Elementary School?

62.9% of students at E. K. Key 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

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,292/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sulphur). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Calcasieu Parish
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Calcasieu Parish
District Enrollment
29,282
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,724
District Rank
#21 of 55

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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