Relocation guide · Schools

Schools & Education

Northwest Louisiana families have access to award-winning public magnet programs, strong parish districts, and a tight network of established private and parochial schools — all within an easy commute of Shreveport and Bossier City.

What you'll love

Caddo Parish Magnet Programs

Caddo Magnet High, Caddo Middle Magnet, and South Highlands Magnet are consistent state leaders in academics, arts, and STEM.

Bossier Parish Schools

Airline, Parkway, and Benton High serve fast-growing communities with strong athletics, band, and dual-enrollment options.

Benton ISD

Highly-rated K–12 campuses set in Benton's quieter neighborhoods — a top draw for families relocating north of the Red River.

Private & Parochial

Loyola College Prep, Evangel Christian, First Baptist Church School, and St. Mark's Cathedral School round out a deep private-school bench.

Higher Education

LSU Shreveport, LSU Health Shreveport, Centenary College, Bossier Parish Community College, and a strong nursing/medical training pipeline.

Montessori

Local Montessori options like Provenance Montessori and Ascension Montessori offer child-led learning in nurturing, mixed-age classrooms.

Local tips from Ashley

  • 1

    School zones can vary block-by-block — confirm assignment before you fall in love with a home.

  • 2

    Magnet seats are competitive; testing windows open in the fall for the following school year.

  • 3

    Several private schools offer transportation from Bossier and South Shreveport.

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