For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,474 students in 71118, LA.
The top ranked public high schools in 71118, LA are Pathways In Education-louisiana Inc. and Southwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 71118 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 71118, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 71118 have a Graduation Rate of 66%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwood High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 71118, LA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pathways In Education-louisiana Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8999 Mansfield Rd.
Shreveport, LA 71118
(312) 560-8701
Shreveport, LA 71118
(312) 560-8701
Grades: 9-12
| 416 students
Rank: #22.
Southwood High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9000 Walker Road
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 686-9512
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 686-9512
Grades: 9-12
| 1,058 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 71118, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 71118, LA include Pathways In Education-louisiana Inc. and Southwood High School.
How many public high schools are located in 71118?
2 public high schools are located in 71118.
What is the racial composition of students in 71118?
71118 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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