Ridgewood Middle School

Ridgewood Middle School is 3301 Ridgewood Drive, Shreveport, Louisiana, in the Southern Hills area. The school is for students in grades 6–8. There are about 690 students enrolled. The student–teacher ratio is 18:1. There is one teacher for every eighteen students. Only 14% of students are good at math, and 18% are good at reading. There are 50% male and 50% female in the group. The school is a stable place to learn that focuses on academics, and routines help students meet their learning goals. Most homes close to the school cost between $195,000 and $325,000. Parents often say they trust how the classroom is set up and how people talk to each other. The school is one of the best middle schools in Louisiana because its students are almost as good as the state average.

Ridgewood Middle School was officially Voted Best Middle School by its community in October 2025. Principal Felicia O'Neal was surprised in December 2025 by being named the Middle School Principal of the Year for Caddo Parish Public Schools for 2025–2026. The school also saw an excellent attendance rate of 90.6% during a recent pilot program.

Q1. How does the school ensure academic consistency?

Ans. Teachers follow aligned pacing.

Q2. How are students encouraged to stay engaged?

Ans. Regular feedback supports focus.

Q3. How is progress monitored?

Ans. Teachers review grades and assessments.

Q4. How are behavior expectations enforced?

Ans. Clear guidelines are applied.

Q5. How do families stay informed?

Ans. Communication occurs through school systems.