Serving 650 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 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgewood Middle School's student population of 650 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1125 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
89%
41%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
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?
650 students attend Ridgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ridgewood Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 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 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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
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...
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