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North Elementary School

4978 University Parkway
Fort Polk, LA 71459
(School attendance zone shown in map)
North Elementary School serves 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten. 
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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School Overview

North Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of North Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
23%
41%
White
46%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are North Elementary School often compared to?
North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School, East Leesville Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Elementary School?
423 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North 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!
- Posted by Parent - steve
2   8/1/2011
horrible school--- pay the money for a private school
- Posted by Parent - fruna

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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