F. K. White Middle School

F. K. White Middle School serves grades 6-8 with a student population of 645 and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 11:1, better than the district average. Located at 1000 E McNeese Street in Lake Charles, the school offers a Gifted & Talented program and provides middle-grade students with a supportive learning environment. With 45% of students proficient or above in reading and a strong faculty of 60 full-time teachers, the school creates a structured transition between elementary and high school experiences.

The school is ranked in the top 50% of Louisiana middle schools and serves a diverse student body reflective of Lake Charles. F. K. White emphasizes academic growth and includes two full-time school counselors on staff to support student well-being alongside academic progress.