Serving 1,057 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 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School's student population of 1,057 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 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 0.56, 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
#846 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
60%
41%
White
29%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
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 Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School's ranking?
Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School is ranked #846 out of 1,251 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
1,057 students attend Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Youree Dr. Middle Advanced Placement Magnet School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 14:1.
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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