Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claiborne 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 5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claiborne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Claiborne Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Claiborne Elementary 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 Claiborne Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1202 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
91%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 Claiborne Elementary School's ranking?
Claiborne Elementary School is ranked #1202 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Claiborne Elementary School often compared to?
Claiborne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Inspire Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Claiborne Elementary School?
532 students attend Claiborne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Claiborne Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Claiborne Elementary School?
Claiborne Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claiborne Elementary School offer ?
Claiborne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Claiborne Elementary School part of?
Claiborne Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Claiborne Elementary School located?
Claiborne Elementary School is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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