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Summer Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · Caddo Parish

2955 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118

Enrollment

478

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,187 of 1,288

In Shreveport

#44 of 53

public schools

In district

#48 of 57

Caddo Parish

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Summer Grove Elementary School

3.9/10

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

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About Summer Grove Elementary School

Summer Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Shreveport, LA, part of Caddo Parish. Summer Grove Elementary School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summer Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,187 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Summer Grove Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,072
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Summer Grove Elementary School — Students at Summer Grove Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.8% (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
54%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2025
Math
12.3%
ELA
24%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Summer Grove Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in LA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Location

2955 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summer Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Keithville Elementary/Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Keithville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eighty-First Street ECE Center (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Southwood High School Shreveport 0.7 mi 4.4
COLQUITT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shreveport 1.0 mi
Pathways in Education-Louisiana Inc. Shreveport 1.0 mi 3.6
Ridgewood Middle School Shreveport 1.0 mi 6.8
Forest Hill Elementary School Shreveport 1.2 mi 4.7
Summerfield Elementary School Shreveport 1.3 mi 3.8
Southern Hills Elementary School Shreveport 1.7 mi 4.9
Westwood Elementary School Shreveport 2.4 mi 6.7
Caddo Virtual Academy Shreveport 2.3 mi 5.1
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shreveport 2.7 mi
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Shreveport 2.8 mi 4.7
Woodlawn Leadership Academy Shreveport 3.1 mi 4.5
Sunset Acres Elementary School Shreveport 3.5 mi 5.9
Caddo Middle Career and Technology School Shreveport 3.8 mi 4.1
Linwood Public Charter School Shreveport 3.8 mi 4.3
Atkins Technology Elementary School Shreveport 3.8 mi 6.3
Keithville Elementary/Middle School Keithville 4.2 mi 7.8
Bethune/Oak Park Elementary Shreveport 4.3 mi 2.8
Turner Elementary Middle School Shreveport 4.0 mi 4.3
Eighty-First Street ECE Center Shreveport 3.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,952

Median Home Value

$168,600

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

24,994

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

60.7%

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

35.9

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Berg Jones Elementary School Monroe, LA 3.8
E. S. Richardson Elementary School Minden, LA 3.8
Greenlawn Terrace Elementary School Kenner, LA 3.8
Iberville Charter Academy Plaquemine, LA 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summer Grove Elementary School

What grades does Summer Grove Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Summer Grove Elementary School?

Summer Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summer Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Summer Grove Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summer Grove Elementary School rank in LA?

Summer Grove Elementary School ranks #1,187 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Summer Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summer Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Summer Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summer Grove Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Summer Grove Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Summer Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

87.4% of students at Summer Grove 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Caddo Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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