For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,070 students in Independence, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 141 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Independence, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Independence, LA are Independence High Magnet, Independence Leadership Academy and Independence Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Independence have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Independence, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence High Magnet
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
270 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436
Grades: 9-12
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Leadership Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
221 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946
Grades: PK-4
| 405 students
Rank: #33.
Independence Magnet
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Second Street
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4376
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4376
Grades: 5-8
| 282 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Independence, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Independence, LA include Independence High Magnet, Independence Leadership Academy and Independence Magnet.
How many public schools are located in Independence, LA?
3 public schools are located in Independence, LA.
What percentage of students in Independence, LA go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Independence, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Independence, LA?
Independence, LA public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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