For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,031 students in 70605, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 70605, LA is S. J. Welsh Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70605 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70605, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70605, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
S. J. Welsh Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 W Mcneese
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4410
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 217-4410
Gr: 6-8 | 1,031 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
70605, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5254 Weaver Rd
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-5625
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-5625
Gr: K-5
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What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70605, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70605, LA include S. J. Welsh Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70605?
1 public middle schools are located in 70605.
What is the racial composition of students in 70605?
70605 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).