Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 74% 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: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkview Elementary School serves the southern part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parkview Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Learning Comes Alive
School Rankings
Parkview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkview Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#165 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkview Elementary School's ranking?
Parkview Elementary School is ranked #165 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Parkview Elementary School often compared to?
Parkview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shenandoah Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Parkview Elementary School?
499 students attend Parkview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Parkview Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkview Elementary School?
Parkview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkview Elementary School offer ?
Parkview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkview Elementary School part of?
Parkview Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkview Elementary School located?
Parkview Elementary School is located in the Park Forest And LA North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Park Forest And LA North.
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