The top reported proficiency rate is 39% in English language arts. The lowest is 22% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Shreve Island Elementary School
Shreve Island Elementary School serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the South Highlands area of Shreveport, Louisiana. It is a regular public school within the Caddo Parish school system, located in the 71105 zip code on Sewanne Place. The school sits in a residential part of the city, near the historic Highland neighborhood, and draws from a surrounding area that is a mix of older homes and tree-lined streets.
The student body is large for an elementary school, and its composition reflects the diversity of the city. White students and Black students together make up the large majority, with a smaller portion of students who are Hispanic, two or more races, or Asian. About six out of every ten students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that a majority of families are in lower-income brackets. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not reported in the available records, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about those supports.
On Louisiana’s LEAP 2025 state assessments, the school posted participation rates at full participation, meaning nearly every tested student took the exams—a positive sign for accountability. Proficiency rates for the subjects tested across grades three through five were mixed. In English language arts, roughly four out of ten students scored at the proficient level or higher. In math, about three out of ten reached that bar. Science and social studies were lower, with about two out of ten scoring proficient or above. These results suggest that while some students are meeting grade-level expectations, a larger share are below that mark, particularly in science and social studies. Because the data covers only a single school year, no trend is available to show whether performance is improving or declining. A parent considering this school would want to look into the specific instructional approaches and support programs in place, especially in the subjects where the proficiency rates are softer.
Housing in the school’s zip code is at a level modestly below the statewide median home value in Louisiana, with rents roughly on par with national averages. The estimated monthly mortgage on a typical home is lower than the average rent, making buying somewhat more affordable relative to renting. The area is car-dependent, with most commuting done by private vehicle; Shreveport’s downtown core is a short drive away.
Shreveport itself is the third-largest city in Louisiana and the hub of the Ark-La-Tex region. It has faced a steady population decline over recent decades, tied to the loss of oil-industry jobs and the closure of a major GM plant. The city is actively working to diversify its economy into healthcare, logistics, gaming, and technology, including through the I-20 Cyber Corridor initiative. Barksdale Air Force Base remains a major employer. The school sits in a part of the city that is largely residential and suburban in feel, with commercial corridors nearby along Youree Drive and Bert Kouns Industrial Loop. Higher education institutions such as LSU Shreveport and Centenary College are within the city but on separate campuses.
Caddo Parish Public Schools, as a district, did not have recent major policy or curriculum changes surfaced in available public records, so a parent would need to contact the district or school directly for details about current initiatives, classroom resources, or improvement plans.
Shreve Island Elementary provides a full-day program for a large, diverse student body in a neighborhood setting. The academic results show room for growth in core subjects, with full participation in testing and a sizable share of students not yet reaching proficiency. Families looking at this school should weigh the community context, the school’s size, and the specific academic support structures when making their choice.
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