North Early Childhood Center serves 127 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Attendance Zone: North Polk Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Fort Polk, LA, covering approximately 1,341.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 21.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Early Childhood Center's student population of 127 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Our Kids Are Worth It!!!!
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Early Childhood Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Showing 2009–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 schools are North Early Childhood Center often compared to?
North Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School, East Leesville Early Childhood Center, Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Early Childhood Center?
127 students attend North Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North Early Childhood Center students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Early Childhood Center?
North Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Early Childhood Center offer ?
North Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Early Childhood Center part of?
North Early Childhood Center is part of Vernon Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
horrible school--- pay the money for a private school
5 10/10/2025
I have 3 children who have attended North Polk elementary. We've had great teachers at every level and nothing but good things to say. Very positive experience and my children are thriving!
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