Red River Charter Academy

Red River Charter Academy is a charter school located in Mansura, Louisiana, serving students from sixth grade through twelfth grade. With an enrollment of 141 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, the school offers personalized attention to help each student reach their full potential. The school has nine full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing quality education.

Red River Charter Academy is part of Avoyelles Parish and operates as a regular public charter school. According to MySchoolScout’s data, the school currently ranks 839th out of 1290 schools in Louisiana, placing it around the 35th percentile statewide. Academically, Red River Charter Academy has room for growth; the combined proficiency rate is 14%, with ELA/Reading at 22% and Math at 6%.

Despite these challenges, the school continues to focus on student development and improvement. The setting of Red River Charter Academy is in a small town, providing students with a close-knit community atmosphere.

With an enrollment of 141 students, Red River Charter Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Red River Charter Academy are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Red River Charter Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.