For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,400 students in 70611, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70611, LA are Moss Bluff Elementary School, Moss Bluff Middle School and Gillis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70611 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70611, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70611, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moss Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 School Street
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4640
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4640
Gr: PK-5 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Moss Bluff Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1104 Recreation Blvd
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4570
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4570
Gr: 6-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Gillis Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
916 Topsy Road
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4550
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70611, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70611, LA include Moss Bluff Elementary School, Moss Bluff Middle School and Gillis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70611?
3 public elementary schools are located in 70611.
What is the racial composition of students in 70611?
70611 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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