LAKE CHARLES CHARTER ACADEMY

Lake Charles Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc. school district, located in Lake Charles, LA with about 873 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 53 teachers, Lake Charles Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lake Charles Charter Academy, located at 3160 Power Center Parkway in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K–8. As part of the Charter Schools USA network, the school operates under a mission to provide a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes high standards, character development, and individualized instruction. The academy is designed to bridge the gap between traditional public education and private school philosophy, often utilizing a structured curriculum focused on preparing students for success in high school and beyond.

The school is recognized for its commitment to a "back-to-basics" approach, which includes the integration of technology, a uniform policy, and a heavy emphasis on parent-teacher communication. By fostering a close-knit community and maintaining high expectations for student behavior and achievement, Lake Charles Charter Academy aims to create a safe, focused learning atmosphere. Its location on Power Center Parkway places it centrally within the Lake Charles area, allowing it to serve a diverse student population while striving to improve academic outcomes through a specialized charter model.

For more information, contact Lake Charles Charter Academy at (337) 475-7900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.