Ridgewood Middle School

2001 Ridgewood Drive
Shreveport, LA 71118
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, Ridgewood Middle 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 8% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 702 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ridgewood Middle School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
702 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

Ridgewood Middle 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 Ridgewood Middle School is 0.21, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#1125 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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8%
32%
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18%
42%
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6%
27%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Ridgewood Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
3%
11%
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Black
89%
41%
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White
6%
42%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.21
This chart displays the diversity score of Ridgewood Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Louisiana by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
58%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ridgewood Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Louisiana by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ridgewood Middle School's ranking?
Ridgewood Middle School is ranked #1125 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ridgewood Middle School often compared to?
Ridgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmoor Stem Academy, Caddo Middle Career And Technology School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ridgewood Middle School?
702 students attend Ridgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ridgewood Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgewood Middle School?
Ridgewood Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgewood Middle School offer ?
Ridgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ridgewood Middle School part of?
Ridgewood Middle School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgewood Middle School located?
Ridgewood Middle School is located in the Hyde Park Brookwood Southern Hills neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Hyde Park Brookwood Southern Hills.

School Reviews

5   5/2/2015
Dear Sir, I just wanted to learn from if you also allow to have partnership with your school with other groups of youth. Regards Siyani
- Posted by Student/Alumni - siyan
5   8/17/2011
Academically the school is average. Teacher and administration: (Excellent) Activities: Biotechnology, Advanced robotics, Art I, Art II, Football, Basketball, Track and Field, Choir, Band, Orchestra, Spanish, Computer lit., Journalism Awards: City champions in football, basketball, and track Facilities: (Above Average) Smart Boards in all classrooms, Computers in all classrooms, Clickers Parent involvement: (Low) Excellent School.... As a teacher I would personally send my own child to this school...
- Posted by Teacher - mstew

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 702 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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