Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plantation Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plantation Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Plantation Park Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Plantation Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plantation Park Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#683 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
70%
41%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 is Plantation Park Elementary School's ranking?
Plantation Park Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Plantation Park Elementary School often compared to?
Plantation Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton High School, Benton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Plantation Park Elementary School?
585 students attend Plantation Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Plantation Park Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plantation Park Elementary School?
Plantation Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plantation Park Elementary School offer ?
Plantation Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plantation Park Elementary School part of?
Plantation Park Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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