For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,884 students in 71104, LA (there are , serving 625 private students). 75% 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 (2026)
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?
75% 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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