PRIEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Prien Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Calcasieu Parish school district, located in Lake Charles, LA with about 760 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, Prien Lake Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Prien Lake Elementary School, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serves as a cornerstone of the local community, providing education for students in the primary grade levels. Part of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. The campus is known for its commitment to foundational literacy and numeracy, aiming to prepare young learners for the transition into middle school while encouraging a sense of community engagement and pride among its families.

The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff, who work to maintain a curriculum aligned with state standards while incorporating various extracurricular opportunities. By promoting a balance of classroom instruction and hands-on learning experiences, Prien Lake Elementary strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. As an integral part of the Nelson Road corridor, the school maintains strong communication with parents and local stakeholders to ensure that the educational needs of the surrounding Lake Charles neighborhood are consistently met.

For more information, contact Prien Lake Elementary School at (337) 217-4910 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.