NORTH BAYOU RAPIDES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

North Bayou Rapides Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rapides Parish school district, located in Alexandria, LA with about 319 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 20 teachers, North Bayou Rapides Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

North Bayou Rapides Elementary, located at 5500 England Drive in Alexandria, Louisiana, is a public school serving the Rapides Parish School District. The school provides a foundational educational experience for students in the local community, focusing on academic development, social growth, and the cultivation of essential skills during the primary grade levels. As part of the larger Alexandria educational landscape, the school works to foster a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and preparation for middle school.

The school is characterized by its commitment to the success of its diverse student body, often emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and character development. Like many elementary schools in the district, North Bayou Rapides utilizes standardized curriculum frameworks to ensure students meet state benchmarks while offering various resources and extracurricular activities to help create a well-rounded learning experience. By partnering with families and the surrounding Alexandria community, the school aims to create a safe, stable atmosphere that promotes both academic excellence and the long-term well-being of its students.

For more information, contact North Bayou Rapides Elementary at (318) 445-4260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.