Excellent

#33 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 3% in state

F. K. White Middle School

Middle School · Calcasieu Parish

1000 E McNeese, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

645

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

645

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#33 of 1,288

In Lake Charles

#2 of 34

public schools

In district

#4 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About F. K. White Middle School

F. K. White Middle School is a public middle school in Lake Charles, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish.

F. K. White Middle School serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

F. K. White Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for F. K. White Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district

9.2

This school 9.2 · Excellent
District avg 8.2
LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.7Excellent40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics9.9Excellent35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency93% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg+59.1 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+50.1 pts

Overall Proficiency92% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected+53.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile98th

Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$17,724

Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

F. K. White Middle School — Students at F. K. White Middle School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

31.9% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

43.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 42 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

60%

ELA

62%

2010

Math

59%

ELA

64%

2011

Math

63%

ELA

65%

2012

Math

64%

ELA

68%

2013

Math

66%

ELA

66%

2014

Math

51%

ELA

63%

2015

Math

50%

ELA

64%

2016

Math

49%

ELA

54%

2017

Math

55%

ELA

67%

2018

Math

54%

ELA

65%

2019

Math

54%

ELA

65%

2020*

Math

26%

ELA

39%

2021*

Math

26%

ELA

39%

2022

Math

29%

ELA

45%

2025

Math

44.5%

ELA

54%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How F. K. White Middle School Compares

See how F. K. White Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.2/10

98th percentile in LA

Academic

9.9/10

Excellent

Growth

8.7/10

Excellent

Environment

9.2/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

70%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

60 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

24.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1000 E McNeese, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering F. K. White Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. S. J. Welsh Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oak Park Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Charles, see our Lake Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy Lake Charles	0.7 mi	848	4.0
Brentwood Elementary School Lake Charles	1.0 mi	272	7.0
Dolby Elementary School Lake Charles	1.0 mi	350	7.5
Henry Heights Elementary School Lake Charles	1.1 mi	324	5.2
LaGrange High School Lake Charles	1.4 mi	941	5.6
M. J. Kaufman Elementary School Lake Charles	1.4 mi	299	5.5
College Oaks Elementary School Lake Charles	1.6 mi	283	5.6
OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN SCHOOL Lake Charles	1.6 mi	563	6.2
Fairview Elementary School Lake Charles	1.8 mi	615	3.9
A. A. Nelson Elementary School Lake Charles	1.8 mi	772	7.7
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Lake Charles	2.1 mi	302	9.1
ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Charles	2.3 mi	232	8.1
Oak Park Middle School Lake Charles	2.2 mi	395	8.6
Oak Park Elementary School Lake Charles	2.3 mi	264	5.3
Lake Charles College Prep Lake Charles	2.2 mi	616	4.0
Lake Charles Charter Academy Lake Charles	2.3 mi	923	5.8
S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles	2.2 mi	1,031	8.9
Barbe Elementary School Lake Charles	2.6 mi	177	5.4
T. H. Watkins Elementary School Lake Charles	2.6 mi	186	7.6
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lake Charles	3.0 mi	553	5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,427

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$1,053/mo

Population

28,285

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

26%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about F. K. White Middle School

What grades does F. K. White Middle School serve?

F. K. White Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend F. K. White Middle School?

F. K. White Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at F. K. White Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at F. K. White Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does F. K. White Middle School rank in LA?

F. K. White Middle School ranks #33 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is F. K. White Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

F. K. White Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 F. K. White Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, F. K. White Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is F. K. White Middle School a charter school?

No, F. K. White Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is F. K. White Middle School a Title I school?

No, F. K. White Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for F. K. White Middle School?

69.5% of students at F. K. White Middle 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.