At a glance
Reported students
951
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
58.26
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Louisiana elementary enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 682 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
951
Lake Charles Charter Academy: 951 reported students.
State peer staffing position
89th percentile
16.3:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 840
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.8:1
What the reported data says about Lake Charles Charter Academy
Lake Charles Charter Academy is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Lake Charles. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc.. NCES reports 951 students for 2024–25.
Among 682 elementary schools in Louisiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 430.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.3:1, above the Louisiana median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (84.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.1%). English learners represent 4.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Lake Charles Charter Academy
- 1How do the reported 16.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 58.26 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 85.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White1.7%
- Hispanic10.1%
- Black84.6%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial3.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Lake Charles Charter Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview Elementary School Elementary · Calcasieu Parish | PK–05 | 518 | 0.5 mi |
| T. H. Watkins Elementary School Elementary · Calcasieu Parish | KG–05 | 165 | 1.6 mi |
| Brentwood Elementary School Elementary · Calcasieu Parish | PK–05 | 272 | 1.7 mi |
| Oak Park Elementary School Elementary · Calcasieu Parish | PK–05 | 259 | 1.8 mi |
| Henry Heights Elementary School Elementary · Calcasieu Parish | PK–05 | 315 | 2.1 mi |
| T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Elementary · Calcasieu Parish | KG–05 | 300 | 2.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lake Charles Charter Academy
What grades does Lake Charles Charter Academy serve?
Lake Charles Charter Academy reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc..
How many students attend Lake Charles Charter Academy?
Lake Charles Charter Academy reported 951 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 682 Louisiana elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 840 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lake Charles Charter Academy?
The calculated ratio is 16.3:1, based on 951 students and 58.26 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Louisiana median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lake Charles Charter Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lake Charles Charter Academy is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Lake Charles Charter Academy students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
85.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lake Charles Charter Academy in?
Lake Charles Charter Academy is part of Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc., based in Lake Charles, LA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lake Charles Charter Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Fairview Elementary School (0.5 mi), T. H. Watkins Elementary School (1.6 mi), Brentwood Elementary School (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.