For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,953 students in 70605, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 70605, LA are Alfred M. Barbe High School and Lagrange High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70605 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70605, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70605 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alfred M. Barbe High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70605, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alfred M. Barbe High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 West Mcneese
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4460
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4460
Grades: 9-12
| 2,012 students
Rank: #22.
Lagrange High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3420 Louisiana Ave
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4960
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4960
Grades: 9-12
| 941 students
70605, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5254 Weaver Rd
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-5625
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-5625
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70605, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70605, LA include Alfred M. Barbe High School and Lagrange High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70605?
2 public high schools are located in 70605.
What is the racial composition of students in 70605?
70605 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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