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#149 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 12% in state

W. W. Lewis Middle School

Middle School · Calcasieu Parish

1752 Cypress, Sulphur, LA 70663

Enrollment

769

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#149 of 1,288

In Sulphur

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#17 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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W. W. Lewis Middle School

8.3/10

Middle School in Sulphur · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About W. W. Lewis Middle School

W. W. Lewis Middle School is a public middle school in Sulphur, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish.

W. W. Lewis Middle School serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio.

W. W. Lewis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for W. W. Lewis Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency98% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+64.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

W. W. Lewis Middle School — Students at W. W. Lewis Middle School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 41 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
81%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
60.3%
ELA
52.7%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How W. W. Lewis Middle School Compares

See how W. W. Lewis Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
89th percentile in LA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

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

1752 Cypress, Sulphur, LA 70663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W. W. Lewis Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. S. J. Welsh Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LeBlanc Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Maplewood Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sulphur, see our Sulphur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Richard W. Vincent Elementary School Sulphur 0.6 mi 6.9
E. K. Key Elementary School Sulphur 0.7 mi 8.9
Sulphur High School Sulphur 0.7 mi 6.5
Frasch Elementary School Sulphur 1.0 mi 8.4
W. T. Henning Elementary School Sulphur 1.2 mi 6.1
Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children Sulphur 1.7 mi
LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur 1.7 mi 8.8
LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur 2.4 mi
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur 2.5 mi 8.7
Maplewood Elementary Sulphur 2.5 mi 5.8
Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur 2.9 mi 8.1
Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur 5.8 mi 7.6
Western Heights Elementary School Westlake 5.8 mi 7.3
Westlake High School Westlake 6.1 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 7.3 mi 6.9
Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles 7.3 mi 9.2
St. John Elementary School Lake Charles 7.7 mi 6.6
S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles 8.0 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 W. W. Lewis Middle School

What grades does W. W. Lewis Middle School serve?

W. W. Lewis Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend W. W. Lewis Middle School?

W. W. Lewis Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W. W. Lewis Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at W. W. Lewis Middle School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W. W. Lewis Middle School rank in LA?

W. W. Lewis Middle School ranks #149 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is W. W. Lewis Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

W. W. Lewis Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 W. W. Lewis Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W. W. Lewis Middle School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is W. W. Lewis Middle School a charter school?

No, W. W. Lewis Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is W. W. Lewis Middle School a Title I school?

No, W. W. Lewis Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. W. Lewis Middle School?

47.2% of students at W. W. Lewis 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

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

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