For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 864 students in 70443, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70443, LA are Independence Leadership Academy and Independence Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70443 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70443, LA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70443, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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-6
| 582 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Magnet
Magnet School
(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 elementary schools in 70443, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70443, LA include Independence Leadership Academy and Independence Magnet.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70443?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70443.
What is the racial composition of students in 70443?
70443 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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