Serving 386 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 32%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- 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%)
- 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 386 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parks Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parks Primary School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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 #264 out of 1,251 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, Breaux Bridge Primary School, 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 32% 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?
386 students attend Parks Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Parks Primary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parks Primary School?
Parks Primary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parks Primary School offer ?
Parks Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Parks Primary School part of?
Parks Primary School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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