For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,201 students in Tickfaw, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in Tickfaw, LA are Midway Elementary School, Lucille Nesom Memorial and Natalbany Middle School. 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 12% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-3 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Lucille Nesom Memorial
(Math: 11% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy. 442 West
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-2166
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-2166
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Natalbany Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
47370 Morrison Blvd
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-0854
Tickfaw, LA 70466
(985) 345-0854
Gr: 4-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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, Lucille Nesom Memorial and Natalbany Middle School.
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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