Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary 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 78% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary 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
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary 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 Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#23 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
23%
41%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
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 Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Magnet School, South Highlands Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School?
506 students attend Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School part of?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School located?
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School is located in the Springlake University Terrace neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 4 other public schools located in Springlake University Terrace.
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