Excellent
#40 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 3% in state
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School
Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish
2711 Common Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#40 of 1,288
In Lake Charles
#4 of 34
public schools
In district
#5 of 55
Calcasieu Parish
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School
Elementary School in Lake Charles · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School is a public elementary school in Lake Charles, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish.
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School — Students at T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
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: 9.7/10.
How T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Compares
See how T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet 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
2711 Common Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prien Lake Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, T. H. Watkins Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake Charles, see our Lake Charles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,545
Median Home Value
$164,300
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
31,843
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
60.4%
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School
What grades does T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School serve?
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School?
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School rank in LA?
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School ranks #40 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School a charter school?
No, T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School a Title I school?
No, T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School?
18.5% of students at T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Calcasieu Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.3%
- Phone
- (337) 217-4680
Resources & Links
District
Calcasieu Parish- District Enrollment
- 29,282
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,724
- District Rank
- #5 of 55
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