For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,538 students in Iowa, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in Iowa, LA are Iowa High School and J. I. Watson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Iowa, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Iowa have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Iowa, LA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iowa High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Miller Ave
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4380
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4380
Gr: 6-12 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
J. I. Watson Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 E First St
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4670
Iowa, LA 70647
(337) 217-4670
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Iowa, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Iowa, LA include Iowa High School and J. I. Watson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Iowa?
2 public schools are located in Iowa.
What is the racial composition of students in Iowa?
Iowa public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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