- Moss Bluff Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 969 students
- A. A. Nelson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 736 students
- St. John Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 670 students
- Gillis Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 650 students
- Maplewood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 640 students
- Prien Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 639 students
- E. K. Key Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 546 students
- J. I. Watson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 531 students
- Frasch Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 522 students
- Fairview Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 518 students
- Combre-Fondel Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 426 students
- Westwood Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 412 students
- Cypress Cove Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 399 students
- LeBleu Settlement Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 386 students
- Vinton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 374 students
- W. T. Henning Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 369 students
- Dolby Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 360 students
- Western Heights Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 343 students
- Henry Heights Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 315 students
- M. J. Kaufman Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 308 students
- T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School — Grades K–5 · 300 students
- Vincent Settlement Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 284 students
- Richard W. Vincent Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 283 students
- College Oaks Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 278 students
- Brentwood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 272 students
- + 8 more elementary schools
- S. J. Welsh Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,011 students
- Moss Bluff Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 781 students
- W. W. Lewis Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 757 students
- F. K. White Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 614 students
- Oak Park Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 388 students
- S. P. Arnett Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 374 students
- LeBlanc Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 366 students
- Maplewood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 319 students
- Ray D. Molo Middle Magnet School — Grades 6–8 · 265 students
- DeQuincy Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 208 students
- Vinton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 191 students
- Sulphur High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,911 students
- Alfred M. Barbe High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,908 students
- Sam Houston High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,141 students
- LaGrange High School — Grades 9–12 · 881 students
- Washington/Marion Magnet High School — Grades 9–12 · 597 students
- Westlake High School — Grades 9–12 · 487 students
- DeQuincy High School — Grades 9–12 · 279 students
- Vinton High School — Grades 9–12 · 242 students
- Iowa High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,007 students
- Bell City High School — Grades PK–12 · 785 students
- Starks High School — Grades PK–12 · 284 students
- Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children — Grades PK–12 · 19 students
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| Metric | Calcasieu Parish School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 58 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Calcasieu Parish School District
Families searching for schools in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana (ZIP 70661) are zoned to Calcasieu Parish School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Louisiana districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Calcasieu Parish School District spends approximately $12,700 per student per year, placing it 10% above the Louisiana state average of approximately $11,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Calcasieu Parish School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Calcasieu Parish School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Calcasieu Parish School District ranks among Louisiana’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Calcasieu Parish School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 70661
Children in zip code 70661 are assigned to Calcasieu Parish School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 70661, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Calcasieu Parish School District at (337)217-4000 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Louisiana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Calcasieu Parish
For families considering a purchase in the Calcasieu Parish area, district assignment matters financially. Because Calcasieu Parish School District serves zip code 70661, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 70661 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Louisiana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Calcasieu Parish School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 70661.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Calcasieu Parish School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 70661 data.