For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,884 students in 71104, LA (there are , serving 652 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 71104, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 71104, LA are C.e. Byrd High School and Creswell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 71104 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 71104, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 71104, LA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C.e. Byrd High School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3201 Line Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 869-2567
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 869-2567
Gr: 9-12 | 1,526 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Creswell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Creswell Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 222-5935
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 222-5935
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
71104, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2127 C. E. Galloway Boulevard
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 222-5317
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 222-5317
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 71104, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 71104, LA include C.e. Byrd High School and Creswell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 71104?
2 public schools are located in 71104.
What percentage of students in 71104 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 71104 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 71104?
71104 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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