For the 2026 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 51% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
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 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
70543, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Southwest Developmental Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
P O Box 218
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Iota, LA 70543
(318) 821-0855
Gr: K-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
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).