Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Forest 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Forest Elementary School serves the southwest part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Park Forest Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Forest 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 Park Forest Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#774 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Park Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Park Forest Elementary School is ranked #774 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Park Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Park Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Elementary School, Basis Baton Rouge Primary Mid City by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Park Forest Elementary School?
474 students attend Park Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Park Forest Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Forest Elementary School?
Park Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Forest Elementary School offer ?
Park Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Forest Elementary School part of?
Park Forest Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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