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#596 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 46% in state

Queensborough Elementary School

Elementary School · Caddo Parish

2701 Catherine Street, Shreveport, LA 71109

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#596 of 1,288

In Shreveport

#12 of 53

public schools

In district

#15 of 57

Caddo Parish

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Queensborough Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Shreveport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School

8.0/10

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3.4/10

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About Queensborough Elementary School

Queensborough Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shreveport, LA, part of Caddo Parish. Queensborough Elementary School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Queensborough Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Queensborough Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Queensborough Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-14 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,072
Chronic Absenteeism36.1%

Queensborough Elementary School — Students at Queensborough Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
22%
ELA
20.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Queensborough Elementary School Compares

See how Queensborough Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
54th percentile in LA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

Location

2701 Catherine Street, Shreveport, LA 71109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queensborough Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHN BERCHMANS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARKS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School Shreveport 0.7 mi 8.0
Fair Park Middle School Shreveport 0.8 mi 3.4
AmiKiDs Caddo Shreveport 0.8 mi 4.8
Judson Fundamental Elementary School Shreveport 1.0 mi 5.3
Booker T. Washington High Shreveport 1.3 mi 4.3
J. S. Clark Elementary School Shreveport 1.6 mi 3.5
Werner Park Elementary School Shreveport 1.6 mi 6.0
Midway Professional Development Center Shreveport 1.7 mi 6.5
Caddo Heights Math/Science Elementary School Shreveport 1.8 mi 5.6
Academic Recovery Ombudsman Shreveport 1.9 mi 3.7
ST JOHN BERCHMANS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Shreveport 2.0 mi 8.4
ST MARKS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Shreveport 1.9 mi 7.5
DREAMKEEPERS ACADEMY Shreveport 2.2 mi 3.2
LOYOLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Shreveport 2.0 mi 6.5
C.E. Byrd High School Shreveport 2.2 mi 6.4
Bethune/Oak Park Elementary Shreveport 2.4 mi 2.8
Sunset Acres Elementary School Shreveport 2.7 mi 5.9
Creswell Elementary School Shreveport 2.4 mi 4.3
Caddo Middle Career and Technology School Shreveport 2.8 mi 4.1
SOUTHFIELD SCHOOL Shreveport 2.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$31,309

Median Home Value

$91,800

Median Rent

$896/mo

Population

17,292

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

44.6%

Poverty Rate

35.9%

Median Age

39.9

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Fort Necessity School Fort Necessity, LA 6.5
Jackson Elementary School Jackson, LA 6.5
Melrose Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA 6.5
Midway Professional Development Center Shreveport, LA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Queensborough Elementary School

What grades does Queensborough Elementary School serve?

Queensborough Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Queensborough Elementary School?

Queensborough Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Queensborough Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Queensborough Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queensborough Elementary School rank in LA?

Queensborough Elementary School ranks #596 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Queensborough Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queensborough Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Queensborough Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queensborough Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Queensborough Elementary School a charter school?

No, Queensborough Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Queensborough Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Queensborough Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Queensborough Elementary School?

94.4% of students at Queensborough Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Caddo Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.1%

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