For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 650 students in 71118, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 71118, LA is Ridgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 71118 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71118, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71118, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Ridgewood Drive
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 686-0383
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 686-0383
Gr: 6-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71118, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71118, LA include Ridgewood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71118?
1 public middle schools are located in 71118.
What is the racial composition of students in 71118?
71118 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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