Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairfield Magnet School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairfield Magnet School serves the southern part of Shreveport, LA, covering an extensive area of approximately 461.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical commute of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 24.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Magnet 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
Fairfield Magnet School's student population of 512 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together we inspire one another to be global learners and kind, courageous leaders.
School Rankings
Fairfield Magnet 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 Fairfield Magnet 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
#13 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Fairfield Magnet School's ranking?
Fairfield Magnet School is ranked #13 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Fairfield Magnet School often compared to?
Fairfield Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Highlands Elementary 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?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Magnet School?
512 students attend Fairfield Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fairfield Magnet School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Magnet School?
Fairfield Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fairfield Magnet School offer ?
Fairfield Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Magnet School part of?
Fairfield Magnet School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairfield Magnet School located?
Fairfield Magnet School is located in the Cedar Grove Lynbrook neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 7 other public schools located in Cedar Grove Lynbrook.
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