Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Port Barre Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Barre Elementary School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Together Everyone Achieves More
School Mascot
Lil Red Hots
School Rankings
Port Barre Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Barre Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
71%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lil Red Hots
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Barre Elementary School's ranking?
Port Barre Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Port Barre Elementary School often compared to?
Port Barre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plaisance Middle School, Opelousas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Port Barre Elementary School?
441 students attend Port Barre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Port Barre Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Barre Elementary School?
Port Barre Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Barre Elementary School offer ?
Port Barre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Barre Elementary School part of?
Port Barre Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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