Gilbert School
431 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
The Gilbert School, located at 174 First Street in Gilbert, Louisiana, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Franklin Parish School District. As a PK-12 institution, the school provides a continuous academic environment that allows students to progress from their early childhood years through their high school graduation within a single campus setting. This structure fosters a tight-knit school culture where faculty, staff, and students often build long-term relationships, contributing to a sense of stability and community continuity.
Academically and operationally, Gilbert School focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student population by balancing foundational learning with preparation for post-secondary success. Like many schools in the region, it places a strong emphasis on fostering both personal growth and academic achievement, utilizing its role in the small town of Gilbert to engage families and local stakeholders in the educational process. The school remains a vital institution for the residents of the area, committed to preparing its students to contribute effectively to their community and the broader workforce.
Academically and operationally, Gilbert School focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its student population by balancing foundational learning with preparation for post-secondary success. Like many schools in the region, it places a strong emphasis on fostering both personal growth and academic achievement, utilizing its role in the small town of Gilbert to engage families and local stakeholders in the educational process. The school remains a vital institution for the residents of the area, committed to preparing its students to contribute effectively to their community and the broader workforce.
431
Total Students
28.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 261 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Black | 154 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White261 (60.6 %)
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Black154 (35.7 %)
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Two or More10 (2.3 %)
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Hispanic3 (0.7 %)
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American Indian3 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Franklin Parish |
| Phone: | (318)435-5961 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 431 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 268 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 23 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
19
Kindergarten
43
Grade 1
54
Grade 2
49
Grade 3
35
Grade 4
50
Grade 5
54
Grade 6
48
Grade 7
39
Grade 8
40
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 19 |
| Kindergarten | 43 |
| Grade 1 | 54 |
| Grade 2 | 49 |
| Grade 3 | 35 |
| Grade 4 | 50 |
| Grade 5 | 54 |
| Grade 6 | 48 |
| Grade 7 | 39 |
| Grade 8 | 40 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 204 | 47.3% |
| Male | 227 | 52.7% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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