Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claiborne Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claiborne Elementary School serves the west part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claiborne Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claiborne Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claiborne Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1213 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claiborne Elementary School's ranking?
Claiborne Elementary School is ranked #1213 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Claiborne Elementary School often compared to?
Claiborne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inspire Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Claiborne Elementary School?
436 students attend Claiborne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Claiborne Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claiborne Elementary School?
Claiborne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claiborne Elementary School offer ?
Claiborne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claiborne Elementary School part of?
Claiborne Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Claiborne Elementary School located?
Claiborne Elementary School is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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