Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Summerfield 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 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summerfield Elementary School serves the southern part of Shreveport, LA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families living within this area typically can expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summerfield Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Summerfield 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 Summerfield Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1019 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
78%
42%
White
11%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summerfield Elementary School's ranking?
Summerfield Elementary School is ranked #1019 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Summerfield Elementary School often compared to?
Summerfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summer Grove Elementary School, Keithville Elementary/middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Summerfield Elementary School?
428 students attend Summerfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Summerfield Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerfield Elementary School?
Summerfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summerfield Elementary School offer ?
Summerfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summerfield Elementary School part of?
Summerfield Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Summerfield Elementary School located?
Summerfield Elementary School is located in the Jenkins Subdivision Pinecroft Subdivision neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Jenkins Subdivision Pinecroft Subdivision.
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