WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL

Westlake High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Calcasieu Parish school district, located in Westlake, LA with about 534 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 39 teachers, Westlake High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Westlake High School, located at 1000 Garden Drive in Westlake, Louisiana, serves as a central pillar of the local community in Calcasieu Parish. As a public high school, it is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school fosters a supportive environment that emphasizes academic achievement, personal growth, and civic responsibility, often serving as a focal point for community pride and student development within the Westlake area.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Westlake High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and organizations, which encourage students to build leadership skills and school spirit. By balancing rigorous academic standards with opportunities for artistic, athletic, and social engagement, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates. Its commitment to student success is supported by a faculty and staff focused on fostering a positive, inclusive culture that reflects the values and needs of the Westlake community.

For more information, contact Westlake High School at (337) 217-4950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1000 Garden Drive
Westlake, LA 70669
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WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Westlake, LA with about 534 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Calcasieu Parish
Total Students:
534
Teachers:
39.86
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 534 students

White
67.6%
Black or African American
26.4%
Hispanic/Latino
3.9%
Two or more races
0.9%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
44.9%
Male
55.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.