Serving 696 students in grades 4-6, Tchefuncte Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tchefuncte Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tchefuncte Middle School's student population of 696 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tchefuncte Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tchefuncte Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 1237 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
6%
42%
White
79%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tchefuncte Middle School's ranking?
Tchefuncte Middle School is ranked #49 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Tchefuncte Middle School often compared to?
Tchefuncte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mandeville Middle School, Lake Harbor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Tchefuncte Middle School?
696 students attend Tchefuncte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Tchefuncte Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tchefuncte Middle School?
Tchefuncte Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tchefuncte Middle School offer ?
Tchefuncte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Tchefuncte Middle School part of?
Tchefuncte Middle School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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