Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Parks Primary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parks Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Parks Primary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parks Primary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parks Primary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
39%
42%
White
56%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parks Primary School's ranking?
Parks Primary School is ranked #115 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Parks Primary School often compared to?
Parks Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cecilia Primary School, Breaux Bridge Primary School, Teche 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 29% LA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Parks Primary School?
384 students attend Parks Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Parks Primary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parks Primary School?
Parks Primary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parks Primary School offer ?
Parks Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Parks Primary School part of?
Parks Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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