Serving 1,379 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Turner Elementary Middle 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turner Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turner Elementary Middle School's student population of 1,379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Turner Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turner Elementary Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1095 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
83%
41%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Turner Elementary Middle School is ranked #1095 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Turner Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Turner Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethune/oak Park Elementary School, Walnut Hill Elementary/middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Turner Elementary Middle School?
1,379 students attend Turner Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Turner Elementary Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner Elementary Middle School?
Turner Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner Elementary Middle School offer ?
Turner Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turner Elementary Middle School part of?
Turner Elementary Middle School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Turner Elementary Middle School located?
Turner Elementary Middle School is located in the Airport Pines Road neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Airport Pines Road.
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