For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,310 students in Tickfaw, LA.
The top ranked public schools in Tickfaw, LA are Midway Elementary School, Natalbany Middle School and Lucille Nesom Memorial. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tickfaw, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Tickfaw have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Tickfaw, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
48405 Hwy 51
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-2376
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-2376
Grades: PK-3
| 452 students
Rank: #22.
Natalbany Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
47370 Morrison Blvd
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-0854
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-0854
Grades: 4-8
| 379 students
Rank: #33.
Lucille Nesom Memorial
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy. 442 West
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-2166
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-2166
Grades: PK-8
| 479 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Tickfaw, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Tickfaw, LA include Midway Elementary School, Natalbany Middle School and Lucille Nesom Memorial.
How many public schools are located in Tickfaw?
3 public schools are located in Tickfaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Tickfaw?
Tickfaw public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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