SWARTZ LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Swartz Lower Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ouachita Parish school district, located in Monroe, LA with about 446 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 22 teachers, Swartz Lower Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Swartz Lower Elementary School, located in Monroe, Louisiana, is part of the Ouachita Parish School District. Serving the youngest learners in the community, the school focuses on establishing a strong academic and social foundation during the critical early childhood years. The school is known for creating a nurturing environment that emphasizes fundamental literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a positive school culture where students can transition comfortably into their primary education.

The school benefits from its position within the Ouachita Parish system, which provides it with structured curriculum resources and a commitment to standardized academic growth. By catering specifically to the lower elementary grades, Swartz Lower Elementary is able to tailor its instruction and classroom activities to the developmental needs of young children. The school is a focal point of the Swartz community, often emphasizing parental involvement and school-wide events that encourage families to play an active role in their child’s early educational journey.

For more information, contact Swartz Lower Elementary School at (318) 343-8883 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.