Very Good
#56 of 253 private schools in LA
Top 22% of private schools
First Baptist Church School
Elementary School
533 OCKLEY DR, Shreveport, LA 71106
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Louisiana private schools
#56 of 253
In Shreveport
#7 of 12
public schools
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First Baptist Church School
Elementary School in Shreveport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About First Baptist Church School
First Baptist Church School is a private elementary school in Shreveport, LA. First Baptist Church School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. First Baptist Church School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 253 private schools in LA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, First Baptist Church School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
First Baptist Church School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow First Baptist Church School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Shreveport, LA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in LA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in LA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
533 OCKLEY DR, Shreveport, LA 71106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Baptist Church School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairfield Magnet School (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Highlands Elementary Magnet School (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN BERCHMANS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shreveport, see our Shreveport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,724
Median Home Value
$310,300
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
33,651
College Educated
42.1%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
40.5
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| School | Rating |
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| A. E. Phillips Laboratory School Ruston, LA | 7.2 |
| Berwick Elementary School Berwick, LA | 7.2 |
| Branch Elementary School Branch, LA | 7.2 |
| Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School Lafayette, LA | 7.2 |
| Mary Goff Elementary School Pineville, LA | 7.2 |
| Oberlin Elementary School Oberlin, LA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Baptist Church School
What grades does First Baptist Church School serve?
First Baptist Church School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend First Baptist Church School?
First Baptist Church School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Church School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Church School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Baptist Church School rank in LA?
First Baptist Church School ranks #56 of 253 private schools in LA.
What is First Baptist Church School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Baptist Church School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Baptist Church School a private school?
Yes, First Baptist Church School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is First Baptist Church School a religious school?
First Baptist Church School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Caddo Parish
- Phone
- (318) 869-2361
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