Captain Shreve High School is a public high school in Shreveport, Louisiana, United States. Opened in the fall of 1967, the school was named for Captain Henry Miller Shreve, who was responsible for clearing the log jam on the Red River, which led to the founding of Shreveport in 1835.
Serving 1,654 students in grades 9-13, Captain Shreve High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Captain Shreve High School's student population of 1,654 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Green, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Captain Shreve High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Captain Shreve High School is 0.53, 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
#519 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
62%
42%
White
29%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Shreve High School's ranking?
Captain Shreve High School is ranked #519 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Captain Shreve High School often compared to?
Captain Shreve High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.e. Byrd High School, Caddo Parish Magnet High School, Huntington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Captain Shreve High School?
The graduation rate of Captain Shreve High School is 87%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Captain Shreve High School?
1,654 students attend Captain Shreve High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Captain Shreve High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Captain Shreve High School?
Captain Shreve High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Captain Shreve High School offer ?
Captain Shreve High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Captain Shreve High School part of?
Captain Shreve High School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Captain Shreve High School located?
Captain Shreve High 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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