Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Highlands Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Highlands Elementary Magnet School is 0.52, 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
#6 out of 1244 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
16%
42%
White
67%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Highlands Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School is ranked #6 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Highlands Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
South Highlands Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Magnet School, Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Highlands Elementary Magnet School?
504 students attend South Highlands Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South Highlands Elementary Magnet School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Highlands Elementary Magnet School?
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Highlands Elementary Magnet School offer ?
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Highlands Elementary Magnet School part of?
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is South Highlands Elementary Magnet School located?
South Highlands Elementary Magnet School is located in the Caddo Heights South Highlands neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Caddo Heights South Highlands.
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