Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. S. Clark Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. S. Clark Elementary School serves the southeast part of Shreveport, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school from the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. S. Clark Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
The JSC Experience
School Rankings
J. S. Clark Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. S. Clark Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1122 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
94%
42%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. S. Clark Elementary School's ranking?
J. S. Clark Elementary School is ranked #1122 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J. S. Clark Elementary School often compared to?
J. S. Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia School Of Excellence, Forest Hill Elementary School, Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J. S. Clark Elementary School?
387 students attend J. S. Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of J. S. Clark Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. S. Clark Elementary School?
J. S. Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J. S. Clark Elementary School offer ?
J. S. Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. S. Clark Elementary School part of?
J. S. Clark Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is J. S. Clark Elementary School located?
J. S. Clark Elementary School is located in the Allendale Lakeside neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Allendale Lakeside.
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