Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Eaton Park 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 54% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 54%
- Reading Proficiency: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eaton Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Eaton Park Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eaton Park Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)54%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)54%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
67%
41%
White
19%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Eaton Park Elementary School often compared to?
Eaton Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meaux Elementary School, Leblanc Elementary School, Dozier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend Eaton Park Elementary School?
439 students attend Eaton Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Eaton Park Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eaton Park Elementary School?
Eaton Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eaton Park Elementary School offer ?
Eaton Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Eaton Park Elementary School part of?
Eaton Park Elementary School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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