Excellent
#58 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 4% 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
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#58 of 1,288
In Sulphur
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 55
Calcasieu Parish
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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E. K. Key Elementary School
Elementary School in Sulphur · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About E. K. Key Elementary School
E. K. Key Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sulphur, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish.
E. K. Key Elementary School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
E. K. Key Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for E. K. Key Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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E. K. Key Elementary School — Students at E. K. Key Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How E. K. Key Elementary School Compares
See how E. K. Key Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. Westwood Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Westlake), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Prien Lake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frasch Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable 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 | 6.5 |
| W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Frasch Elementary School Sulphur | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children Sulphur | 1.0 mi | — |
| LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Richard W. Vincent Elementary School Sulphur | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| W. T. Henning Elementary School Sulphur | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur | 2.9 mi | — |
| Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Maplewood Middle School Sulphur | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Maplewood Elementary Sulphur | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur | 6.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Western Heights Elementary School Westlake | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Westlake High School Westlake | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Westwood Elementary School Westlake | 6.6 mi | 9.5 |
| S. P. Arnett Middle School Westlake | 6.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Alfred M. Barbe High School Lake Charles | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles | 7.9 mi | 9.2 |
| St. John Elementary School Lake Charles | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles | 8.6 mi | 8.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bayou Blue Elementary School Houma, LA | 8.9 |
| Dutchtown Primary School Geismar, LA | 8.9 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies Gretna, LA | 8.9 |
| LeBleu Settlement Elementary School Lake Charles, LA | 8.9 |
| Mimosa Park Elementary School Luling, LA | 8.9 |
| Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville, LA | 8.9 |
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 ranks #58 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is E. K. Key Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
E. K. Key Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at E. K. Key Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E. K. Key Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (337) 217-4660
Resources & Links
District
Calcasieu Parish- District Enrollment
- 29,282
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,724
- District Rank
- #6 of 55
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