For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 490 students in Independence, LA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Independence, LA is Independence High Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, LA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Independence have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Independence, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Independence, LA include Independence High Magnet.
How many public middle schools are located in Independence?
1 public middle schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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