Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Port Barre Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Barre Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Port Barre, LA, covering an area of approximately 78 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Barre Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Together Everyone Achieves More
School Rankings
Port Barre Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Barre Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#462 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)17.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Lil Red Hots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Barre Elementary School's ranking?
Port Barre Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Port Barre Elementary School often compared to?
Port Barre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaisance Middle School, Opelousas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Port Barre Elementary School?
427 students attend Port Barre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Port Barre Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Barre Elementary School?
Port Barre Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Port Barre Elementary School offer ?
Port Barre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Barre Elementary School part of?
Port Barre Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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