Serving 1,092 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Linwood Public Charter 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 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linwood Public Charter School's student population of 1,092 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,092 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linwood Public Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linwood Public Charter School is 0.12, 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
#1173 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
94%
42%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linwood Public Charter School's ranking?
Linwood Public Charter School is ranked #1173 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Linwood Public Charter School often compared to?
Linwood Public Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atkins Technology Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Linwood Public Charter School?
1,092 students attend Linwood Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Linwood Public Charter School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linwood Public Charter School?
Linwood Public Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Linwood Public Charter School offer ?
Linwood Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linwood Public Charter School part of?
Linwood Public Charter School is part of Recovery School District-Lde.
In what neighborhood is Linwood Public Charter School located?
Linwood Public Charter School is located in the Cedar Grove Lynbrook neighborhood of Shreveport, LA. There are 7 other public schools located in Cedar Grove Lynbrook.
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