CENTER STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Center Street Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Iberia Parish school district, located in New Iberia, LA with about 434 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Center Street Elementary 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.

Center Street Elementary School is a public school located in New Iberia, Louisiana, serving students within the Iberia Parish School District. As a foundational educational institution in the community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic and social development of its primary-grade students. The school emphasizes core curriculum standards while working to instill foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking, helping to prepare children for their future educational endeavors.

Beyond its academic focus, Center Street Elementary plays an active role in the local New Iberia community, often serving as a hub for student engagement and family involvement. The school community strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow through various classroom activities and extracurricular opportunities. By maintaining a balance between structured learning and student-centered growth, the school aims to cultivate a positive school culture that supports both the individual needs of its students and the collective goals of the district.

For more information, contact Center Street Elementary School at (337) 369-9059 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.