Impact Charter School

Impact Charter School is the sole school in the Impact Charter School District, serving grades PK-8 in Baker, Louisiana. This high-performing public charter school stands out for its consistently strong academic achievement, particularly in Mathematics and English Language Arts, as well as its diverse student population and support for economically disadvantaged students.

Impact Charter School has outperformed the state average on the LEAP assessments, with proficiency rates that are significantly higher than the state in several grade levels and subject areas. The school's 3rd, 4th, and 6th-grade Mathematics proficiency rates, as well as its 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 7th-grade ELA proficiency rates, were notably higher than the state averages. This consistent academic growth has led to the school's statewide ranking improving from 416 out of 727 Louisiana elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 218 out of 675 in 2023-2024.

Despite serving a predominantly African American (96.38%) and economically disadvantaged (79.64% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch) student population, Impact Charter School District has demonstrated its ability to effectively support the educational needs of its diverse community. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and its focus on addressing the challenges faced by its student population have contributed to its success in driving academic achievement and equity.