For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 515 students in Independence, LA.
The top-ranked public high 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 high schools 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 Independence have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Independence, LA public high school 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 Public High 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 | 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 Independence, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Independence, LA include Independence High Magnet.
How many public high schools are located in Independence?
2 public high schools are located in Independence.
What is the racial composition of students in Independence?
Independence 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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