Linwood Elementary School

Linwood Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Vaughan, Mississippi. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Linwood Elementary has an enrollment of 162 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's setting offers a close-knit environment where teachers can provide individualized attention to each child.

Linwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating is 3.6 out of 10, reflecting room for academic growth in areas such as ELA/Reading (32% proficient or above) and Math (26% proficient or above). The school ranks #729 out of 865 elementary schools in Mississippi, placing it in the 16th percentile. Linwood Elementary School is situated in a rural area that fosters a strong sense of community among students, parents, and teachers.

With an enrollment of 162 students, Linwood Elementary School 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 Linwood Elementary School 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.

Located in a rural area, Linwood Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.