ParkviewElementary

Parkview Elementary

5660 Parkforest Dr.

 Baton Rouge, LA 70816

(225) 753 -5615

ebrschools.org/schools/aboutparkviewelementary 

Public School 

Mascot: Panthers

PreK3 through 5th grade

Enrollment: Around 485 students

Principal Carla R. Edwards  

cbarrow@ebrschools.org

Assistant Principal: Brandi Gibbs – bhodge@ebrschools.org

Executive Secretary: Diedra Spears – dspears1@ebrschools.org

School Clerk: Lisa Guillory – lguillory@ebrschools.org

History. Established in 1974, Parkview Elementary was built to serve the growing suburbs of Baton Rouge.

The school operates under the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and is located at 5660 Park Forest Drive.

Parkview earned the National Blue Ribbon School award in 2014, recognized for academic excellence and a supportive learning environment.

It has consistently high state and district test scores, ranking in the top percentile statewide—with scores around 85 percent in ELA and 68 percent in math proficiency in recent years. The school embraces a balanced approach—with Core Knowledge curriculum, emphasis on music, arts, theater, social-emotional learning, and a spirited “Panther Pride Pledge” each morning.

Tuition. As a public school, Parkview Elementary does not charge tuition.

Athletics. The school offers boys basketball (grades 4–5), girls basketball (grades 4–5), Cheerleading, Soccer (boys  and girls), outdoor track and field.

Extracurricular Activities & Programs include Talented Art, Music and Drama (screening-based), Universal Music, PE, Library and Guidance classes.

Spirit Events. Crazy Hair Day, Pajama Day, Game Day, PTO-led initiatives boosting arts, tech, field trips, and school programs

 Enrollment Process

1. Find your zoned school. Visit the EBR Schools website and use the Find My Attendance Zone tool to confirm that Parkview Elementary is your assigned school based on residence.

2. Enroll through EBR Schools Portal. New families must go to the Enroll a Student section on the EBR schools site to start the application process. Documentation required: Child’s birth certificate, immunization records (note that in Louisiana immunization can be declined by the student or pupil), parent/guardian photo ID, proof of residence (two utility bills or lease/mortgage in your name/address), and proof of income for Pre-K programs

3. Pre‑K and Kindergarten Enrollment. Pre‑K spots are filled through a lottery system. Applications accepted in early spring. Must accepted by the deadline stated, with rolling enrollment after. Kindergarten registration (non-lottery) also requires the same documentation and must follow attendance zone procedures. 

4. Complete Enrollment Steps. After acceptance: Submit electronically the Enrollment Form, Official Records Release, and proof of residence within the deadline. New students must attend by the first day or respond to hold their seat. Returning students re-enroll automatically via re-enrollment forms; no lottery required.