JOHN J. JOHNSON II ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John J. Johnson II Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Calcasieu Parish school district, located in Lake Charles, LA with about 290 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. 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 18 teachers, John J. Johnson II Elementary School 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.

John J. Johnson II Elementary School, located at 500 Malcolm Street in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Calcasieu Parish Public School System. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for elementary-aged students, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. By fostering a culture of academic growth and personal development, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond, while emphasizing the importance of community involvement and lifelong learning.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school acts as an essential community hub in the Lake Charles area. It frequently engages families and local stakeholders through various school activities, extracurricular programs, and parent-teacher initiatives designed to enhance the overall student experience. The school’s staff is committed to cultivating a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential, ensuring that the institution remains a key contributor to the educational landscape of the local district.

For more information, contact John J. Johnson II Elementary School at (337) 217-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.