Gilbert School

394 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.
394
Total Students
28.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gilbert School
Demographic Student Count
White251
Hispanic2
Black135
Two or More6
  • White
    251 (63.7%)
  • Black
    135 (34.3%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.5%)
  • Hispanic
    2 (0.5%)
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: 394
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 268
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 35
Grade 2 38
Grade 3 50
Grade 4 44
Grade 5 35
Grade 6 40
Grade 7 50
Grade 8 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gilbert School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten39
Grade 135
Grade 238
Grade 350
Grade 444
Grade 535
Grade 640
Grade 750
Grade 843
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gilbert School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18647.2%
Male20852.8%