For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 863 students in 70543, LA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70543, LA are Iota Elementary School and Iota Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70543 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70543, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70543, LA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Iota Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
470 West Kennedy Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2581
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2581
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Iota Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
426 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Grades: 6-8
| 274 students
70543, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Southwest Developmental Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
P O Box 218
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Grades: K-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 70543, LA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 70543, LA include Iota Elementary School and Iota Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70543?
2 public elementary schools are located in 70543.
What is the racial composition of students in 70543?
70543 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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