Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eden Gardens 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 88% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School serves the southern part of Shreveport, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 461.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eden Gardens 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
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Eden Gardens 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 Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#21 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
23%
42%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Highlands Elementary Magnet School, Fairfield Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School?
495 students attend Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School part of?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School located?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is located in the Springlake University Terrace neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 4 other public schools located in Springlake University Terrace.
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