For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 548 students in Independence, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Independence, LA is Independence Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, LA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Independence 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 Public Elementary Schools in Independence, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Leadership Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
221 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946
Gr: PK-6 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Independence, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Independence, LA include Independence Leadership Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Independence?
1 public elementary schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence 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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