Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc.

Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation Inc. operates as an active, independent charter school district anchored at 2750 Power Center Parkway in the small city setting of Lake Charles, Louisiana. Operating a single educational campus that serves as its own local education agency for federal programs, the academy provides a comprehensive academic pathway spanning pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Currently serving a vibrant student body of 951 pupils, the district maintains well-balanced grade-level cohorts—ranging from 40 young learners in pre-kindergarten to steady cohorts of around 100 students per grade level across the elementary and middle school years.

To foster a supportive and enriched environment, the district employs a robust educational team consisting of approximately 172 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes over 116 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, complemented by 7 instructional aides and nearly 49 support staff members who deliver specialized services and operational assistance. For parents, students, and educational researchers, Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation offers a dedicated, community-focused charter framework designed to nurture academic growth and holistic child development throughout the crucial early childhood and middle school years.