Summary:
Leflore Legacy Academy is the sole public charter middle school serving grades 6-8 in Greenwood, Mississippi. As part of the Leflore Legacy Academy District, which is ranked 115 out of 130 districts in the state, the school has struggled to maintain a strong academic performance and ranking among Mississippi middle schools.
Leflore Legacy Academy has seen its statewide ranking decline over the past few years, going from 230 out of 243 in 2022-2023 to 221 out of 264 in 2023-2024 and 220 out of 266 in 2024-2025. The school's 1-star rating from SchoolDigger has remained unchanged, indicating persistent challenges in student achievement. With high rates of chronic absenteeism (23.9% in 2022-2023) and significantly below-average performance on state assessments, the school faces significant hurdles in improving educational outcomes for its 227 students.
Despite the school's struggles, it does have a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.8 to 1, which could be an asset if the school is able to leverage this to provide more individualized attention and support for students. However, the school's high poverty rate, with 100% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggests that addressing the underlying challenges facing the school and its community will require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach. Improving academic achievement, attendance, and overall school performance at Leflore Legacy Academy will be crucial for supporting the educational needs of students in Greenwood.
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