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#129 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 10% in state

Frasch Elementary School

Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish

540 S Huntington, Sulphur, LA 70663

Enrollment

556

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#129 of 1,288

In Sulphur

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#15 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Frasch Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Sulphur · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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8.9/10

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About Frasch Elementary School

Frasch Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sulphur, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish. Frasch Elementary School serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Frasch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Frasch Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.0
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+22.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.1 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism9.5%

Frasch Elementary School — Students at Frasch Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 80.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
58.3%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Frasch Elementary School Compares

See how Frasch Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in LA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

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

540 S Huntington, Sulphur, LA 70663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frasch Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westwood Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Westlake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prien Lake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, E. K. Key Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sulphur, see our Sulphur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Sulphur High School Sulphur 0.2 mi 6.5
E. K. Key Elementary School Sulphur 0.8 mi 8.9
W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur 1.0 mi 8.3
W. T. Henning Elementary School Sulphur 1.1 mi 6.1
Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children Sulphur 1.2 mi
LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur 1.2 mi 8.8
Richard W. Vincent Elementary School Sulphur 1.3 mi 6.9
Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur 2.6 mi 8.1
LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur 3.4 mi
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur 3.5 mi 8.7
Maplewood Elementary Sulphur 3.5 mi 5.8
Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur 5.9 mi 7.6
Western Heights Elementary School Westlake 6.7 mi 7.3
Westlake High School Westlake 7.0 mi 7.4
Westwood Elementary School Westlake 7.3 mi 9.5
S. P. Arnett Middle School Westlake 7.5 mi 8.4
Alfred M. Barbe High School Lake Charles 8.2 mi 6.9
St. John Elementary School Lake Charles 8.5 mi 6.6
Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles 8.2 mi 9.2
S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles 8.8 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frasch Elementary School

What grades does Frasch Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Frasch Elementary School?

Frasch Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frasch Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frasch Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frasch Elementary School rank in LA?

Frasch Elementary School ranks #129 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Frasch Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frasch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Frasch Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frasch Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frasch Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Frasch Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Frasch Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frasch Elementary School?

45.3% of students at Frasch 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

District

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

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