Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Independence Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Independence Leadership Academy's student population of 548 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to being leaders who are respectful, compassionate and great every day in every way.
School Rankings
Independence Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Independence Leadership Academy is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1012 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
54%
42%
White
18%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Independence Leadership Academy's ranking?
Independence Leadership Academy is ranked #1012 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Independence Leadership Academy?
548 students attend Independence Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Independence Leadership Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence Leadership Academy?
Independence Leadership Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Independence Leadership Academy offer ?
Independence Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Independence Leadership Academy part of?
Independence Leadership Academy is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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