Zachary Early Learning Center serves 201 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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School Overview
Zachary Early Learning Center's student population of 201 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Zachary Early Learning Center is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
66%
42%
White
27%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Zachary Early Learning Center?
201 students attend Zachary Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Zachary Early Learning Center students are Black, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zachary Early Learning Center?
Zachary Early Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zachary Early Learning Center offer ?
Zachary Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zachary Early Learning Center part of?
Zachary Early Learning Center is part of Zachary Community School District.
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