GROLEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Grolee Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. Landry Parish school district, located in Opelousas, LA with about 393 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 23 teachers, Grolee Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Grolee Elementary School, located at 1540 West Grolee Street in Opelousas, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the St. Landry Parish School District. The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development for students in the Opelousas community, focusing on building a strong educational base during the critical early childhood and elementary years. Its mission typically centers on providing a supportive environment that encourages literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for successful transitions to middle school.

As a community-focused school, Grolee Elementary is deeply integrated into the local Opelousas area, reflecting the culture and needs of the families it serves. The faculty and staff prioritize creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in a variety of learning activities. By focusing on core curriculum standards and student engagement, the school strives to close achievement gaps and promote a lifelong love of learning among its student body.

For more information, contact Grolee Elementary School at (337) 942-3130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.