Dolby Elementary School

817 Jefferson Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dolby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 360 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 20% in LA
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dolby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

Dolby Elementary School's student population of 360 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar

School Rankings

Dolby Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dolby Elementary School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#138 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
34%
60-64%
42%
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
47%
42%
White
41%
41%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Rams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dolby Elementary School's ranking?
Dolby Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dolby Elementary School often compared to?
Dolby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Heights Elementary School, College Oaks Elementary School, Prien Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dolby Elementary School?
360 students attend Dolby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dolby Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dolby Elementary School?
Dolby Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dolby Elementary School offer ?
Dolby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dolby Elementary School part of?
Dolby Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 360 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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