For the 2025 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 8% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 28%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Ridgewood Drive
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 686-0383
Shreveport, LA 71118
(318) 686-0383
Grades: 6-8
| 650 students
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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