Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Park Elementary School serves the east part of Lake Charles, LA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Park Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge is Power
School Rankings
Oak Park Elementary 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 Oak Park Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#908 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Park Elementary School is ranked #908 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Elementary School?
259 students attend Oak Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Oak Park Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Park Elementary School?
Oak Park Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Park Elementary School offer ?
Oak Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Park Elementary School part of?
Oak Park Elementary School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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