Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Central Free Methodist Christian Day School
About the School
- Central Free Methodist Christian Day School in Shreveport, LA serves 41 students from pre–kindergarten through 4th grade in a co–ed, central city setting.
- Founded in 1946, the school offers a Methodist–affiliated program with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 and employs three teachers.
- The student body is 100% students of color, reflecting a diverse learning environment among local elementary schools.
- This Shreveport private school provides early childhood and elementary education within the Allendale Lakeside neighborhood.
- Central Free Methodist Christian Day School ranks in the top 20% statewide for diversity among private schools in Louisiana.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Central Free Methodist Christian Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 22%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Central Free Methodist Christian Day School?
The application deadline for Central Free Methodist Christian Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Central Free Methodist Christian Day School located?
Central Free Methodist Christian Day School is located in the Allendale Lakeside neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 1 other private schools located in Allendale Lakeside.
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The nearest high school to Central Free Methodist Christian Day School is Loyola College Preparatory High School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John Berchmans Cathedral School (1.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Our Lady Of The Blessed Sacrament Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Avg. class size: 16 students
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Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 687-4923
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Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 10
Baptist
9333 Linwood Ave
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 687-4923
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 499 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 13
Christian
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(318) 688-7061
Distance: 3.5 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 472 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 11
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Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 868-5375
Distance: 6.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 969 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 10
Baptist
9333 Linwood Ave
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 687-4923
Distance: 7.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 499 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 13
Christian
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Shreveport, LA 71129
(318) 688-7061
Distance: 3.5 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 472 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 11
1100 Southfield Rd
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 868-5375
Distance: 6.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 969 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 10
Baptist
9333 Linwood Ave
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 687-4923
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 151 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
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2932 Murphy Street
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 222-5051
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
947 Jordan Street
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-6005
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 27 | Extracurriculars: 17
Catholic
921 Jordan St
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-2675
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
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(318) 221-7454
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1006 Highland Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
(877) 678-7500
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 27 | Extracurriculars: 17
Catholic
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Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-2675
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Alternative School
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Shreveport, LA 71101
(877) 678-7500
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Catholic
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Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-6005
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
Episcopal
2785 Fairfield Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 221-7454
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Alternative School
1006 Highland Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
(877) 678-7500
Distance: 3.1 mi
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Shreveport, LA 71108
(318) 572-6432
Distance: 3.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 385 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
533 Ockley Dr
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 869-2361
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 151 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Catholic
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Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 222-5051
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
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(318) 221-6005
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
Episcopal
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351 Jordan St
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 221-8392
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