For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 235 students in 70543, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 70543, LA is Iota Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 70543 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70543, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70543, LA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iota Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
426 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Gr: 6-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 middle schools in 70543, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70543, LA include Iota Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70543?
1 public middle schools are located in 70543.
What is the racial composition of students in 70543?
70543 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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