Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Parks Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Parks Primary School serves the northwest part of Saint Martinville, LA, covering an area of approximately 38.6 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone being about 6.3 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parks Primary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parks Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parks Primary School is 0.58, 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
#278 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
53%
42%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #278 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, St. Martin Steam Academy, 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 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Parks Primary School?
373 students attend Parks Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Parks Primary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parks Primary School?
Parks Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parks Primary School offer ?
Parks Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parks Primary School part of?
Parks Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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