North Polk Elementary School serves 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Polk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Polk Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Polk Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
22%
42%
White
51%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Polk Elementary School often compared to?
North Polk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Polk Elementary School?
329 students attend North Polk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of North Polk Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Polk Elementary School?
North Polk Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Polk Elementary School offer ?
North Polk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is North Polk Elementary School part of?
North Polk Elementary School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2011
I have 3 children who have attended North Polk elementary. We've had great teachers at every level and nothing but good things to say. Very positive experience and my children are thriving!
2 8/1/2011
horrible school--- pay the money for a private school
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