The top reported proficiency rate is 69% in English language arts. The lowest is 35% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School is a regular public school in Shreveport, Louisiana, serving kindergarten through fifth grade. It sits within the Caddo Parish Public Schools system and describes itself as a fundamental school, a designation that typically signals a particular instructional approach or set of expectations, though the available data does not detail exactly what that means in practice at this campus.
On state assessments, the school posted results that vary notably by subject. English language arts proficiency was at a level many families would consider solid, with about two-thirds of tested students meeting the proficient or above benchmark. Math results were reported within a band, roughly in the same general range. Science and social studies were weaker, with science notably lower than the other subjects. The school tested essentially every enrolled student, and no prior-year data was available to show whether these scores represent an up or down trend. A parent may want to ask school leadership directly about science instruction and how it is addressed across the elementary grades.
Enrollment is of moderate size for an elementary school, with roughly balanced numbers across each grade from kindergarten through fifth. A substantial majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, reflecting the economic context of the surrounding neighborhood. The student body is predominantly Black, with small numbers of white, Hispanic, Asian, and multiracial students. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not provided in the available records, so a parent should confirm those programs with the school.
The school is located on Claiborne Avenue in Shreveport, a city that sits at the junction of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. Shreveport has a history as an oil-industry hub and remains the commercial and cultural center of the Ark-La-Tex region, though its population has been declining over the past several decades. The city is economically diverse, with major employers including Barksdale Air Force Base, healthcare facilities, Amazon, and regional financial services. Housing in the school's area is among the most affordable in the state, with home values well below national averages. The city is car-dependent, with a sprawling layout and limited pedestrian infrastructure outside the downtown core. Neighborhoods near Claiborne Avenue include older residential stock, and the school itself sits in a part of town that has faced economic challenges.
Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report and no secondary-level measures such as advanced coursework or career pathways. The data does not include information on discipline, staffing ratios, or specific program offerings like art, music, or physical education. A parent who values a clear academic picture and a school with solid literacy results but uneven science scores will want to visit and learn more about the day-to-day classroom environment. The fundamental school label, the high participation in testing, and the strong attendance rate suggested by the 100 percent participation figure all point to a school where the basic expectations are consistent. The missing pieces on special education and English learner services are gaps worth exploring directly with the front office.
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