Best Independence Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,379 students in Independence, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 135 private students). 91% 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 score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and score of 24% (versus the 43% 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Independence, LA (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Independence High Magnet

Magnet School

(Math: 4% | Reading: 35-39%)
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270 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436

Gr: 7-12 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Rank: #22.

Independence Leadership Academy

(Math: 10% | Reading: 25-29%)
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221 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946

Gr: PK-6 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Rank: #33.

Independence Magnet

Magnet School

(Math: 4% | Reading: 18% )
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300 West Second Street
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4376

Gr: 5-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Rank: n/an/a

Tpss Advanced College And Career Magnet Center

Magnet School

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300 W 2nd St
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 748-7153

Gr: 11-12

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?

4 public schools are located in Independence.

What percentage of students in Independence go to public school?

91% of all K-12 students in Independence are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).

What is the racial composition of students in Independence?

Independence public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).