PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Parkway Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vernon Parish school district, located in Leesville, LA with about 599 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 31 teachers, Parkway Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Parkway Elementary School is located in Leesville, Louisiana, serving as a key educational institution within the Vernon Parish School District. Situated along University Parkway, the school primarily caters to students in the local community, providing a foundational academic environment for children in the elementary grade levels. The school is part of a district known for its close ties to the nearby Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk) military installation, often reflecting a diverse student body shaped by military families and long-term local residents.

As a public elementary school, Parkway focuses on core academic development, including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school environment typically emphasizes character development and community engagement, striving to prepare students for the transition to middle school. With its specific location in Leesville, the school plays an integral role in the regional educational framework, prioritizing a supportive learning atmosphere that addresses the unique needs of its students and the surrounding community.

For more information, contact Parkway Elementary School at (337) 537-8120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.