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Henry Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish

3600 Louisiana Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Enrollment

324

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#948 of 1,288

In Lake Charles

#29 of 34

public schools

In district

#52 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Henry Heights Elementary School

5.2/10

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

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5.6/10

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About Henry Heights Elementary School

Henry Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Charles, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish. Henry Heights Elementary School serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #948 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Henry Heights Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Henry Heights Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Henry Heights Elementary School — Students at Henry Heights Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 54.1% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
15.7%
ELA
32.3%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Henry Heights Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in LA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

3600 Louisiana Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, T. H. Watkins Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Charles, see our Lake Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LaGrange High School Lake Charles 0.3 mi 5.6
Brentwood Elementary School Lake Charles 0.5 mi 7.0
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Lake Charles 1.0 mi 9.1
ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Charles 1.1 mi 8.1
F. K. White Middle School Lake Charles 1.1 mi 9.2
College Oaks Elementary School Lake Charles 1.1 mi 5.6
Oak Park Elementary School Lake Charles 1.3 mi 5.3
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy Lake Charles 1.3 mi 4.0
Oak Park Middle School Lake Charles 1.3 mi 8.6
OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN SCHOOL Lake Charles 1.4 mi 6.2
Barbe Elementary School Lake Charles 1.7 mi 5.4
Dolby Elementary School Lake Charles 1.8 mi 7.5
T. H. Watkins Elementary School Lake Charles 1.7 mi 7.6
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lake Charles 1.8 mi 5.6
Fairview Elementary School Lake Charles 1.7 mi 3.9
Pearl Watson Elementary School Lake Charles 2.1 mi 5.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Lake Charles 2.1 mi 5.7
Lake Charles College Prep Lake Charles 1.9 mi 4.0
Lake Charles Charter Academy Lake Charles 2.1 mi 5.8
M. J. Kaufman Elementary School Lake Charles 2.5 mi 5.5

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 Henry Heights Elementary School

What grades does Henry Heights Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Henry Heights Elementary School?

Henry Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry Heights Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry Heights Elementary School rank in LA?

Henry Heights Elementary School ranks #948 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Henry Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Henry Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry Heights Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Henry Heights Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Henry Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

75.0% of students at Henry Heights 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

District

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

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