For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,491 students in 70543, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 161 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 70543, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 70543, LA are Iota Elementary School, Iota High School and Iota Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70543 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 70543, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 70543, LA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Iota Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
470 West Kennedy Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2581
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2581
Grades: PK-5
| 595 students
Rank: #22.
Iota High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
456 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2534
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2534
Grades: 5-12
| 591 students
Rank: #33.
Iota Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
426 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Grades: 6-8
| 305 students
70543, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Southwest Developmental Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
P O Box 218
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Grades: K-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 70543, LA?
The top ranked public schools in 70543, LA include Iota Elementary School, Iota High School and Iota Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70543, LA?
3 public schools are located in 70543, LA.
What percentage of students in 70543, LA go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 70543, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70543, LA?
70543, LA public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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