FORKED ISLAND/E. BROUSSARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Forked Island/E. Broussard Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vermilion Parish school district, located in Abbeville, LA with about 310 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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, Forked Island/E. Broussard Elem School 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.

Forked Island/E. Broussard Elementary School, located on Columbus Road in Abbeville, Louisiana, serves as a rural educational hub within the Vermilion Parish School District. Situated in the southern reaches of the parish, the school plays a vital role in the local community by providing foundational education for students in the surrounding agricultural and coastal areas. Its location reflects the close-knit, community-oriented atmosphere typical of Vermilion Parish, where the school serves as a central point for families living in the Forked Island and Esther-Broussard regions.

As an elementary institution, the school is dedicated to fostering both academic growth and social development during a child's formative years. Like other schools in the district, it focuses on delivering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for their transition into middle school while emphasizing the values and heritage of the Acadiana region. By maintaining a smaller, community-focused environment, Forked Island/E. Broussard Elementary works to provide personalized attention and a supportive learning culture for its student body.

For more information, contact Forked Island/E. Broussard Elem School at (337) 642-9100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.