At a glance
Reported students
474
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
36.95
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Louisiana elementary enrollment
57th percentile
Compared with 682 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
454.5
Park Forest Elementary School: 474 reported students.
State peer staffing position
42nd percentile
12.8:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 405
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
What the reported data says about Park Forest Elementary School
Park Forest Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Baton Rouge. It is one of 74 current school records connected to East Baton Rouge Parish. NCES reports 474 students for 2024–25.
Among 682 elementary schools in Louisiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 430.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 57th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.8:1, close to the Louisiana median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (74.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.9%). English learners represent 7.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Park Forest Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 12.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 36.95 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 74.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.17
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.06
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White1.9%
- Hispanic21.9%
- Black74.9%
- Asian0.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in East Baton Rouge Parish
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Mayfair Laboratory School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
480 reported students
Riveroaks Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
492 reported students
Wedgewood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
456 reported students
Audubon Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
495 reported students
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
453 reported students
Parkview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
499 reported students
Public schools near Park Forest Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge Elementary · Charter · GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge | KG–08 | 769 | 0.9 mi |
| Greenbrier Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 317 | 1.3 mi |
| Villa del Rey Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 387 | 1.4 mi |
| LaBelle Aire Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 425 | 1.6 mi |
| IDEA Bridge Elementary · Charter · East Baton Rouge Parish | KG–08 | 1,122 | 2.3 mi |
| Audubon Elementary School Elementary · East Baton Rouge Parish | PK–05 | 495 | 2.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Park Forest Elementary School
What grades does Park Forest Elementary School serve?
Park Forest Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in East Baton Rouge Parish.
How many students attend Park Forest Elementary School?
Park Forest Elementary School reported 474 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 57th percentile among 682 Louisiana elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 405 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Park Forest Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 12.8:1, based on 474 students and 36.95 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Louisiana median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Park Forest Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Park Forest Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Park Forest Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
74.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Park Forest Elementary School in?
Park Forest Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish, based in Baton Rouge, LA, which operates 74 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Park Forest Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include GEO Prep Academy of Greater Baton Rouge (0.9 mi), Greenbrier Elementary School (1.3 mi), Villa del Rey Elementary School (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.