For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 515 students in 70443, LA.
The top ranked public high school in 70443, LA is Independence High Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70443 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70443, LA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70443 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Independence High Magnet, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70443, LA Public High Schools (2025)
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 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
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 high schools in 70443, LA?
The top ranked public high schools in 70443, LA include Independence High Magnet.
How many public high schools are located in 70443?
2 public high schools are located in 70443.
What is the racial composition of students in 70443?
70443 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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