Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Inspire Charter Academy 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 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Inspire Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Inspire Charter Academy's student population of 658 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
12 students
School Rankings
Inspire Charter Academy 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 Inspire Charter Academy is 0.10, 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
#963 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
95%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inspire Charter Academy's ranking?
Inspire Charter Academy is ranked #963 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Inspire Charter Academy often compared to?
Inspire Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Wilcox County Elementary School, Istrouma High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Inspire Charter Academy?
658 students attend Inspire Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Inspire Charter Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Inspire Charter Academy offer ?
Inspire Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inspire Charter Academy part of?
Inspire Charter Academy is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Inspire Charter Academy located?
Inspire Charter Academy is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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