Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Highlands Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Highlands Elementary School serves the northeast part of Shreveport, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 56.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 11.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Highlands Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Highlands Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#952 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
9%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
North Highlands Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend North Highlands Elementary School?
355 students attend North Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of North Highlands Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Highlands Elementary School?
North Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Highlands Elementary School offer ?
North Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Highlands Elementary School part of?
North Highlands Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is North Highlands Elementary School located?
North Highlands Elementary School is located in the Freestate North Highlands neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Freestate North Highlands.
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