CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Central Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ouachita Parish school district, located in Calhoun, LA with about 429 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 20 teachers, Central Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Central Elementary School, located at 1163 Highway 151 S in Calhoun, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Ouachita Parish School System. Catering to students in the early stages of their academic journey, the school is situated in a quiet, rural-suburban community. It focuses on providing a nurturing environment where foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills are prioritized to prepare young learners for their transition into middle school.

As a community-centered school, Central Elementary emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and local engagement to support student success. The campus offers a traditional elementary curriculum supplemented by opportunities for student growth in extracurricular activities and character development. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, families, and students, the school strives to create a supportive learning environment that addresses the diverse academic and emotional needs of its student body in the Calhoun area.

For more information, contact Central Elementary School at (318) 644-5842 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.