Serving 1,845 students in grades 9-12, Captain Shreve High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 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 1,845 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Mascot
Al E. Gator
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Captain Shreve High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Captain Shreve High School is 0.55, 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
#602 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
59%
41%
White
33%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Shreve High School's ranking?
Captain Shreve High School is ranked #602 out of 1,251 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Captain Shreve High School?
1,845 students attend Captain Shreve High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Captain Shreve High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Captain Shreve High School?
Captain Shreve High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Captain Shreve High School offer ?
Captain Shreve High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (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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