Below Average
#1128 of 1,288 schools in LA
Booker T. Washington High
High School · Caddo Parish
2104 Milam Street, Shreveport, LA 71103
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,128 of 1,288
In Shreveport
#41 of 53
public schools
In district
#44 of 57
Caddo Parish
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Booker T. Washington High
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About Booker T. Washington High
Booker T. Washington High is a public high school in Shreveport, LA, part of Caddo Parish. Booker T.
Washington High serves approximately 778 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,128 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Booker T. Washington High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
55% of students at Booker T. Washington High 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
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Booker T. Washington High — Students at Booker T. Washington High score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Booker T. Washington High Compares
See how Booker T. Washington High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2104 Milam Street, Shreveport, LA 71103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LOYOLA COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C.E. Byrd High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bossier High School (rated 5.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bossier City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,958
Median Home Value
$74,200
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
6,142
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
43.2%
Poverty Rate
35.7%
Median Age
47.9
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|---|---|
| Independence High Magnet Independence, LA | 4.3 |
| ST PAULS HIGH SCHOOL Covington, LA | 4.3 |
| Belaire High School Baton Rouge, LA | 4.2 |
| Eleanor McMain Secondary School New Orleans, LA | 4.2 |
| Northwood High School Shreveport, LA | 4.4 |
| Southwood High School Shreveport, LA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington High
What grades does Booker T. Washington High serve?
Booker T. Washington High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington High?
Booker T. Washington High has an enrollment of approximately 778 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington High?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington High is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington High rank in LA?
Booker T. Washington High ranks #1,128 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Booker T. Washington High's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Booker T. Washington High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Booker T. Washington High a charter school?
No, Booker T. Washington High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T. Washington High a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington High?
82.8% of students at Booker T. Washington High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 778
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Caddo Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.5%
- Phone
- (318) 222-2186
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
Caddo Parish- District Enrollment
- 35,044
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,072
- District Rank
- #44 of 57
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