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S. J. Welsh Middle School

1500 W Mcneese, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States
+1 (337) 217-4410
4.4
Overall Rating

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S. J. Welsh Middle School Overview

About This School

S. J. Welsh Middle School is a public middle in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving 1,011 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 49% proficiency in ELA and 38% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 90 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,639. Support services include a counselor ratio of 337 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% female and 48% male. The demographic breakdown consists of 51% White, 30% Black, 7% Hispanic, 7% Asian, and 5% Two or More Races.

1,011
Total Students
Grade 6-8
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
90 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts49%
Mathematics38%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Calcasieu Parish
Students per Counselor
337:1

S. J. Welsh Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

49%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 41%State Avg: 40%
38%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.7:1
State Avg: 17:1
337
Students per Counselor

S. J. Welsh Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
90

Average Teacher Salary

$64,639
City Avg: $64,825
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor337:1

S. J. Welsh Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.37%
Male
51.63%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,011 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White50.54%
Hispanic7.02%
Asian7.02%
Black30.37%
Two or More Races4.55%
Native American0.4%

S. J. Welsh Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About S. J. Welsh Middle School

Q: What is S. J. Welsh Middle School?

A: S. J. Welsh Middle School is a middle public located in Lake Charles.

Q: How many students attend S. J. Welsh Middle School?

A: S. J. Welsh Middle School has approximately 1,011 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at S. J. Welsh Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at S. J. Welsh Middle School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about S. J. Welsh Middle School

S. J. Welsh Middle School is a public middle in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving 1,011 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 49% proficiency in ELA and 38% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 90 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $64,639. Support services include a counselor ratio of 337 students per counselor. Students at the school are 52% female and 48% male. The demographic breakdown consists of 51% White, 30% Black, 7% Hispanic, 7% Asian, and 5% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About S. J. Welsh Middle School - Lake Charles, LA

Quick Facts about S. J. Welsh Middle School
School NameS. J. Welsh Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location1500 W Mcneese, Lake Charles, LA 70605, Lake Charles, LA
CountyCalcasieu Parish
Phone+1 (337) 217-4410
Total Students1,011
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers90
Rating4.4/10
ELA Proficiency49%
Math Proficiency38%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about S. J. Welsh Middle School

What is S. J. Welsh Middle School?

S. J. Welsh Middle School is a middle public located in Lake Charles.

How many students attend S. J. Welsh Middle School?

S. J. Welsh Middle School has approximately 1,011 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at S. J. Welsh Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at S. J. Welsh Middle School is 11:1.

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