For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,386 students in 70543, LA (there are 1 private school, serving 161 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 70543, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70543, LA are Iota High School, 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 schools in zipcode 70543 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70543, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70543, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iota High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
456 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2534
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2534
Gr: 9-12 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Iota Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
470 West Kennedy Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2581
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2581
Gr: PK-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Iota Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
426 South Fifth Street
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Iota, LA 70543
(337) 779-2536
Gr: 6-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70543, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70543, LA include Iota High School, Iota Elementary School and Iota Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 70543?
3 public schools are located in 70543.
What percentage of students in 70543 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 70543 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70543?
70543 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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