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#343 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 27% in state

Westlake High School

High School · Calcasieu Parish

1000 Garden Drive, Westlake, LA 70669

Enrollment

493

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#343 of 1,288

In Westlake

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#25 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Westlake High School

7.4/10

High School in Westlake · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Westlake High School

Westlake High School is a public high school in Westlake, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish. Westlake High School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Westlake High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #343 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Westlake High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • LA avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation9.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

Westlake High School — Students at Westlake High School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 32 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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
40%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Westlake High School Compares

See how Westlake High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in LA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.1
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
9.9% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1000 Garden Drive, Westlake, LA 70669

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westlake High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sam Houston High School (rated 7.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST LOUIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westlake, see our Westlake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Western Heights Elementary School Westlake 0.5 mi 7.3
Westwood Elementary School Westlake 0.5 mi 9.5
S. P. Arnett Middle School Westlake 1.4 mi 8.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Lake Charles 3.9 mi 5.7
Moss Bluff Middle School Lake Charles 4.1 mi 8.5
BISHOP NOLAND EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Lake Charles 3.9 mi 8.1
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur 4.0 mi 8.7
Maplewood Elementary Sulphur 4.0 mi 5.8
LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur 4.0 mi
Barbe Elementary School Lake Charles 4.3 mi 5.4
Sam Houston High School Lake Charles 4.2 mi 7.0
Ralph F. Wilson Elementary School Lake Charles 4.0 mi 4.7
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lake Charles 4.4 mi 5.6
Moss Bluff Elementary School Lake Charles 4.5 mi 8.2
Combre-Fondel Elementary School Lake Charles 4.3 mi 5.0
Pearl Watson Elementary School Lake Charles 4.6 mi 5.5
Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles 5.1 mi 9.2
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Lake Charles 4.9 mi 9.1
Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School Lake Charles 4.7 mi 7.1
College Oaks Elementary School Lake Charles 5.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70669 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,416

Median Home Value

$160,800

Median Rent

$1,026/mo

Population

9,183

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

41.1

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Lake Arthur High School Lake Arthur, LA 7.3
Madison Preparatory Academy Baton Rouge, LA 7.2
Port Allen High School Port Allen, LA 7.2
ARCHBISHOP SHAW HIGH SCHOOL Marrero, LA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westlake High School

What grades does Westlake High School serve?

Westlake High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Westlake High School?

Westlake High School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westlake High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westlake High School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westlake High School rank in LA?

Westlake High School ranks #343 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Westlake High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westlake High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Westlake High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westlake High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westlake High School a charter school?

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

Is Westlake High School a Title I school?

No, Westlake High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westlake High School?

45.2% of students at Westlake High 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

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

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