OAK GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Oak Grove Primary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Ascension Parish school district, located in Prairieville, LA with about 983 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Oak Grove Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Oak Grove Primary School, located at 17550 Old Jefferson Hwy in Prairieville, Louisiana, is a public elementary school serving the Ascension Parish School District. Catering to early childhood and primary-level students, the school is deeply integrated into the rapidly growing Prairieville community. It is well-regarded for providing a foundational educational experience that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and a supportive environment designed to meet the unique needs of young learners.
The school is characterized by its commitment to fostering a strong partnership between educators, students, and families. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, Oak Grove Primary aims to build a solid academic base while promoting social-emotional growth. As part of the larger Ascension Parish school system—frequently recognized as one of the top-performing districts in Louisiana—Oak Grove benefits from robust administrative support and a community-focused culture that prioritizes student engagement and preparation for future academic success.
For more information, contact Oak Grove Primary School at (225) 391-6750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Prairieville, LA 70769
(225) 391-6750
OAK GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public school in Prairieville, LA with about 983 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Louisiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Ascension Parish
- Total Students:
- 983
- Teachers:
- 52
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 983 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending OAK GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 75.1%
- Black or African American
- 12.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.5%
- Asian
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.