Serving 691 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lake Forest Elementary Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School's student population of 691 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Forest Elementary Charter School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
82%
42%
White
1%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Forest Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School is ranked #20 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lake Forest Elementary Charter School often compared to?
Lake Forest Elementary Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Willow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lake Forest Elementary Charter School?
691 students attend Lake Forest Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lake Forest Elementary Charter School students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Forest Elementary Charter School?
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Forest Elementary Charter School offer ?
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Forest Elementary Charter School part of?
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School is part of Lake Forest Elementary Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Forest Elementary Charter School located?
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School is located in the New Orleans East Area neighborhood of New Orleans, LA. There are 12 other public schools located in New Orleans East Area.
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