For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 864 students in Independence, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Independence, LA are Independence Leadership Academy and Independence Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Independence, LA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Independence have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Independence, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence Leadership Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
221 Tiger Avenue
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4946
Grades: PK-6
| 582 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 West Second Street
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4376
Independence, LA 70443
(985) 878-4376
Grades: 5-8
| 282 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Independence, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Independence, LA include Independence Leadership Academy and Independence Magnet.
How many public elementary schools are located in Independence?
2 public elementary schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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