Serving 643 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claiborne 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 69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Claiborne School serves the northwest part of West Monroe, LA, covering approximately 7.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claiborne 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 School's student population of 643 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Caring, Educating, Succeeding by providing quality instruction and learning experiences for all students.
School Rankings
Claiborne 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 School is 0.45, 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
#47 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claiborne School's ranking?
Claiborne School is ranked #47 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Claiborne School often compared to?
Claiborne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Point Elementary School, George Welch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Claiborne School?
643 students attend Claiborne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Claiborne School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claiborne School?
Claiborne School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claiborne School offer ?
Claiborne School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claiborne School part of?
Claiborne School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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