Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lucille Nesom Memorial ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucille Nesom Middle School serves the southwest part of Tickfaw, LA, covering an area of approximately 44.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 6.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucille Nesom Memorial's student population of 414 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners today, leaders tomorrow so we can be college or career ready!
School Rankings
Lucille Nesom Memorial ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucille Nesom Memorial is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucille Nesom Memorial's ranking?
Lucille Nesom Memorial is ranked #1062 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lucille Nesom Memorial?
414 students attend Lucille Nesom Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lucille Nesom Memorial students are Black, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucille Nesom Memorial?
Lucille Nesom Memorial has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lucille Nesom Memorial offer ?
Lucille Nesom Memorial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucille Nesom Memorial part of?
Lucille Nesom Memorial is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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