Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gilbert School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbert School serves the southern part of its district in Gilbert, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 125.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilbert School's student population of 394 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gilbert School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#760 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert School's ranking?
Gilbert School is ranked #760 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert School?
394 students attend Gilbert School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gilbert School students are White, 34% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert School?
Gilbert School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilbert School offer ?
Gilbert School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert School part of?
Gilbert School is part of Franklin Parish School District.
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