What grades does Western Heights Elementary School serve?

Western Heights Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in Westlake, LA. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Western Heights Elementary School located?

Western Heights Elementary School is located at Westlake, LA in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Heights Elementary School?

Western Heights Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1.

What schools are in Westlake, LA?

Westlake, LA is served by the local school district. Western Heights Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Primary|Westlake, Louisiana|Calcasieu Parish

Westlake, LA 70669

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School Profile

Grades

3–5

Enrollment

357

Student:Teacher

16.2:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Calcasieu Parish

Econ. Disadvantaged

54.3%

Phone

(337)217-4930

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45%

59th percentile in LA

Math Proficiency

33%

62th percentile in LA

Chronic Absenteeism

2.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

11 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.9:1

Near average in LA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

630

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

21.61

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.07

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,724

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,538

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,364

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 30%State 23%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$197,009

+4.3% 1yr-10.0% 5yr

Lake Charles, LA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

26.1%

Below 150% poverty line

5.6%

Unemployment rate

7.8%

Uninsured residents

11.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,147

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,531

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,672 (37%)

Speech/Language Impairment

915 (20%)

Intellectual Disability

424 (9%)

Other Health Impairment

380 (8%)

Autism

311 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

90 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

343

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Western Heights Elementary School

Western Heights Elementary School currently enrolls 357 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in LA.

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