Serving 992 students in grades 6-8, Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet 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 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Youree Drive Middle School serves the southeastern part of Shreveport, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 94.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 20.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School's student population of 992 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
992 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet 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 Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School is 0.52, 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
#742 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
24%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2021. View full 23-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 Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School's ranking?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School is ranked #742 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School often compared to?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmoor Stem Academy, Caddo Parish Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School?
992 students attend Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School offer ?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School part of?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School located?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet 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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