Zachary Early Learning Center serves 203 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zachary Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Community Size
School Overview
Zachary Early Learning Center's student population of 203 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Zachary Early Learning Center is 0.56, 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
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
60%
41%
White
28%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Zachary Early Learning Center?
203 students attend Zachary Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Zachary Early Learning Center students are Black, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 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 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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