INDEPENDENCE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Independence Leadership Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tangipahoa Parish school district, located in Independence, LA with about 449 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Independence Leadership Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Independence Leadership Academy (ILA) is a specialized educational institution located in Independence, Louisiana. As a school operating under the Tangipahoa Parish School System, it functions primarily as an alternative education facility. The academy is designed to provide a structured and supportive learning environment for students who may require a different setting than that of a traditional high school to achieve their academic and behavioral goals.

The school places a significant emphasis on developing student character, accountability, and leadership skills. By maintaining smaller class sizes and utilizing a more individualized approach to instruction, the faculty at ILA focuses on helping students stay on track for graduation, credit recovery, and the successful transition back to a traditional school setting or into the workforce. Through its tailored programming, Independence Leadership Academy strives to empower its students to overcome personal and academic hurdles, fostering an environment where they can build the discipline necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Independence Leadership Academy at (985) 878-4946 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.