North Early Childhood Center

4978 University Parkway
Fort Polk, LA 71459
(School attendance zone shown in map)
North Early Childhood Center serves 127 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 127 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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School Overview

North Early Childhood Center's student population of 127 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Our Kids Are Worth It!!!!

School Rankings

The diversity score of North Early Childhood Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
36%
42%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are North Early Childhood Center often compared to?
North Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend North Early Childhood Center?
127 students attend North Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North Early Childhood Center students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Early Childhood Center?
North Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Early Childhood Center offer ?
North Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Early Childhood Center part of?
North Early Childhood Center is part of Vernon Parish School District.

School Reviews

2   10/10/2025
horrible school--- pay the money for a private school
- Posted by Parent - fruna
5   10/10/2025
I have 3 children who have attended North Polk elementary. We've had great teachers at every level and nothing but good things to say. Very positive experience and my children are thriving!
- Posted by Parent - steve

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 127 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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