Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Highlands Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Highlands Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Highlands Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
73%
42%
White
12%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
North Highlands Elementary School is ranked #684 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend North Highlands Elementary School?
346 students attend North Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Highlands Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Highlands Elementary School?
North Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Highlands Elementary School offer ?
North Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is North Highlands Elementary School part of?
North Highlands Elementary School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is North Highlands Elementary School located?
North Highlands Elementary School is located in the Freestate, North Highlands neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Freestate, North Highlands.
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