Serving 396 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 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School serves the southern part of Shreveport, LA, covering an extensive area of approximately 461.9 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 10.3 miles, extending up to 25.1 miles at its furthest point.
- 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 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.22, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
88%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
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 Judson Fundamental Elementary School, 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?
396 students attend Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School?
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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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