For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 581 students in 70543, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70543, LA is Iota High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 70543 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70543, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70543 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Iota High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70543, LA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iota High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
456 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2534
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2534
Gr: 9-12 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
70543, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Southwest Developmental Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
P O Box 218
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Gr: K-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 70543, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70543, LA include Iota High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70543?
1 public high schools are located in 70543.
What is the racial composition of students in 70543?
70543 public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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