For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,038 students in Independence, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 284 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Independence, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Independence, LA are Independence High Magnet and Independence Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Independence have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Independence, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence High Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
270 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-9436
Gr: 7-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
Tpss Advanced College And Career Magnet Center
Magnet School
300 W 2nd St
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 748-7153
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 748-7153
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Independence, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Independence, LA include Independence High Magnet and Independence Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in Independence?
3 public schools are located in Independence.
What percentage of students in Independence go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Independence are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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