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#491 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 38% in state

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School

Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish

1634 Beglis Parkway, Sulphur, LA 70663

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#491 of 1,288

In Sulphur

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#32 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Richard W. Vincent Elementary School

6.9/10

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

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8.3/10

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About Richard W. Vincent Elementary School

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sulphur, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish. Richard W.

Vincent Elementary School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard W. Vincent Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #491 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Richard W. Vincent Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School — Students at Richard W. Vincent Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
31%
ELA
41.7%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Richard W. Vincent Elementary School Compares

See how Richard W. Vincent Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in LA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

1634 Beglis Parkway, Sulphur, LA 70663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richard W. Vincent Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westwood Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Westlake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prien Lake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E. K. Key Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sulphur, see our Sulphur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur 0.6 mi 8.3
W. T. Henning Elementary School Sulphur 0.9 mi 6.1
Sulphur High School Sulphur 1.1 mi 6.5
E. K. Key Elementary School Sulphur 1.3 mi 8.9
Frasch Elementary School Sulphur 1.3 mi 8.4
Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children Sulphur 2.2 mi
LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur 2.2 mi 8.8
LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur 2.3 mi
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur 2.4 mi 8.7
Maplewood Elementary Sulphur 2.4 mi 5.8
Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur 2.6 mi 8.1
Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur 5.2 mi 7.6
Western Heights Elementary School Westlake 5.8 mi 7.3
Westlake High School Westlake 6.2 mi 7.4
Westwood Elementary School Westlake 6.4 mi 9.5
S. P. Arnett Middle School Westlake 6.5 mi 8.4
Alfred M. Barbe High School Lake Charles 6.9 mi 6.9
St. John Elementary School Lake Charles 7.2 mi 6.6
Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles 7.0 mi 9.2
S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles 7.6 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard W. Vincent Elementary School

What grades does Richard W. Vincent Elementary School serve?

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Richard W. Vincent Elementary School?

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard W. Vincent Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Richard W. Vincent Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richard W. Vincent Elementary School rank in LA?

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School ranks #491 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Richard W. Vincent Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Richard W. Vincent Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Richard W. Vincent Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard W. Vincent Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Richard W. Vincent Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Richard W. Vincent Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Richard W. Vincent Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard W. Vincent Elementary School?

74.6% of students at Richard W. Vincent 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

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

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