Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairfield Magnet School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairfield Magnet School's student population of 528 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Fairfield Magnet School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Magnet School is 0.55, 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
#15 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
20%
41%
White
64%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Fairfield Magnet School's ranking?
Fairfield Magnet School is ranked #15 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Fairfield Magnet School often compared to?
Fairfield Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Highlands Elementary Magnet School, Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Magnet School?
528 students attend Fairfield Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fairfield Magnet School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairfield Magnet School?
Fairfield Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairfield Magnet School offer ?
Fairfield Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairfield Magnet School part of?
Fairfield Magnet School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairfield Magnet School located?
Fairfield Magnet School is located in the Cedar Grove Lynbrook neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 7 other public schools located in Cedar Grove Lynbrook.
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