PORT BARRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Port Barre Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. Landry Parish school district, located in Port Barre, LA with about 451 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 25 teachers, Port Barre 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.

Port Barre Elementary School, located at 199 O G Track Road in Port Barre, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the St. Landry Parish School District. Dedicated to the academic and personal development of its young student body, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to build core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and social skills. As a community-centered school, it plays a vital role in the town of Port Barre by fostering early educational experiences that prepare children for success in their middle and high school years.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Port Barre Elementary is focused on cultivating a safe and inclusive culture for its students. The school typically engages in various extracurricular activities and initiatives that encourage student participation, character building, and community involvement. By leveraging its resources and staff, the school strives to partner with families to ensure that every student receives the individualized attention necessary to grow in both their academic achievements and their personal development.

For more information, contact Port Barre Elementary School at (337) 585-6172 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.