Serving 1,492 students in grades 9-12, Southwood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwood High School's student population of 1,492 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwood High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#774 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
79%
42%
White
16%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwood High School's ranking?
Southwood High School is ranked #774 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Southwood High School often compared to?
Southwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Captain Shreve High School, Huntington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwood High School?
The graduation rate of Southwood High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Southwood High School?
1,492 students attend Southwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Southwood High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwood High School?
Southwood High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwood High School offer ?
Southwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwood High School part of?
Southwood High School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwood High School located?
Southwood High School is located in the Jenkins Subdivision, Pinecroft Subdivision neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Jenkins Subdivision, Pinecroft Subdivision.
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