Best Schools in Shreveport, Louisiana
68 schools · 40 Elementary · 9 Middle · 13 High · 6 Other
Choosing a school in Shreveport?
Use this page to compare every school in Shreveport by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fairfield Magnet School
Elementary · Caddo Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School
Elementary · Caddo Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School
Elementary · Caddo Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Shreveport for 2026 are Fairfield Magnet School (9.3/10), South Highlands Elementary Magnet School (9.2/10), and Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School (9.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
68
53 public · 15 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$162,908
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
68
53 public · 15 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$162,908
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 61% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Shreveport schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Shreveport
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 68). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairfield Magnet School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | South Highlands Elementary Magnet School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Caddo Parish Magnet High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Mckinney Byrd Academy Inc. | 8.5 / 10 |
| 7 | St John Berchmans Cathedral School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 8 | The Montessori School for Shreveport | 8.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Claiborne Fundamental Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Evangel Christian Academy | 7.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $49,409
- Median home value
- $162,908
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shreveport compares
Louisiana rank
#105 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$49k
84% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
65
Education Snapshot
Shreveport, LouisianaShreveport's school landscape spans 68 schools across 2 districts, enrolling roughly 37,365 students in a level mix that runs elementary-heavy — 40 elementary campuses against 13 high schools. The city's average MySchoolScout composite rating of 5.6/10 across 65 scored schools sits below the Louisiana state average of 6.3/10, a gap consistent with Shreveport's economic profile: median household income stands at $52,671, 13% lower than the Louisiana state median of $60,633. Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher account for 27% of the population. Three charter schools operate alongside the two-district system. Parents comparing Shreveport to statewide benchmarks should expect below-average composite ratings across most school levels; the 0.7-point gap below Louisiana's 6.3/10 state average tracks directly with the city's income shortfall and lower educational attainment relative to the rest of the state.
About Schools in Shreveport, Louisiana
Shreveport's public school system spans 53 ranked schools across Caddo Parish, giving families a wide range of options to evaluate. The city's average school score sits at 5.9 out of 10, which reflects a broad performance spread — from schools well below the state median to standout programs that rank among Louisiana's strongest. That range makes where you enroll matter significantly, so parents should look closely at individual school data rather than treating the district as uniform.
The top tier is defined by Caddo Parish's magnet system. Caddo Parish Magnet High School leads the city with an 8.9 out of 10, placing it among the highest-performing public high schools in the state. The pipeline starts early: Fairfield Magnet School scores 8.8 at the elementary level, South Highlands Elementary Magnet School follows at 8.6, and Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School posts an 8.5. Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School bridges those years with a score of 8.2, meaning committed families can move through a coherent magnet track from elementary through high school. Twelve schools in total — 23% of ranked schools — score 7 or above, so high-performing options exist beyond just the marquee magnet campuses.
The remaining 77% of schools score below 7, and a significant share fall in the 4 to 6 range. Families zoned to lower-scoring neighborhood schools should weigh the magnet application process seriously. Magnet programs in Caddo Parish are competitive and application-based, which means access isn't automatic — planning ahead and understanding enrollment timelines is essential.
Practically speaking, Shreveport rewards parents who research early. The magnet pipeline is the clearest path to consistently high performance, and it runs from elementary through graduation. For families outside those zones or applicant pools, the private and charter landscape may be worth exploring alongside public options. Use school-level scores, not district averages, to drive your decision — the gap between Shreveport's top and bottom performers is wide enough that school choice here carries real academic consequences.
Elementary Schools
40 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 528 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 512 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 3 | 506 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 4 | 410 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 5 | 47 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.7 |
| 6 | 435 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 7 | 298 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 8 | 346 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 9 | 249 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 10 | 298 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
Show all 40 elementary schools in Shreveport
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 992 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 650 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | 851 students · 4th–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 1,057 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 5 | 122 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 | ||
| 6 | 375 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 | ||
| 7 | 619 students · 6th–8th | 3.4 | ||
| 8 | 297 students · 6th–8th | 3.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Colquitt Christian Academy
Private
6 students · 1st–5th | — | ||
High Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 899 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 1,526 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 1,383 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 4 | 128 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 5 | 1,845 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
| 6 | 351 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
| 7 | 789 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
| 8 | 1,059 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
| 9 | 1,058 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
| 10 | 778 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
Show all 13 high schools in Shreveport
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 285 students · 2nd–12th | 3.7 | ||
| 2 | 1,449 students · Kindergarten–12th | 2.4 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Mckinney Byrd Academy Inc.
Private
705 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | Evangel Christian Academy
Private
467 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | Calvary Baptist Academy
Private
852 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.7 | ||
| 4 | Mckinney Byrd Academy
Private
24 students · Pre-K–9th | — | ||
Schools in Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana · 68 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 12 ZIP codes
Median Income
$49,409
Median Home Value
$162,908
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
209,795
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Community Profile
Shreveport has a median household income of $49,409. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,908, with a median rent of $981/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 40
- Middle
- 9
- High
- 13
- Other
- 6
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Common questions about schools in Shreveport, Louisiana
How many schools are in Shreveport, Louisiana?
Shreveport has 68 schools, including 53 public and 15 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shreveport is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Shreveport on MySchoolScout is Fairfield Magnet School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shreveport on MySchoolScout is Fairfield Magnet School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Shreveport on MySchoolScout is Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Shreveport on MySchoolScout is Caddo Parish Magnet High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Shreveport, Louisiana?
Shreveport is served by 2 school districts: Recovery School District-lde, Caddo Parish.
What is the education level in Shreveport, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Shreveport have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The median household income in Shreveport is approximately $49,409 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Shreveport, Louisiana?
Yes, Shreveport has 15 private schools alongside 53 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mckinney Byrd Academy Inc. with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shreveport, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shreveport is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shreveport, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.