Serving 1,059 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 5% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,059 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linwood Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Linwood Public Charter School's student population of 1,059 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,059 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linwood Public Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 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
#1205 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
94%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 #1205 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
1,059 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, 1% of students are White, and 1% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linwood Public Charter School offer ?
Linwood Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
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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