Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 410 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Best teaching, all day, every day.
School Rankings
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#32 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
90%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Magnet School, Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School?
410 students attend Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School part of?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School located?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School is located in the Queensborough neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Queensborough.
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