Serving 693 students in grades 4-6, Tchefuncte Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tchefuncte Middle School's student population of 693 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Tchefuncte Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tchefuncte Middle School is 0.32, which is less 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
#69 out of 1251 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
4%
41%
White
82%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tchefuncte Middle School's ranking?
Tchefuncte Middle School is ranked #69 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Tchefuncte Middle School often compared to?
Tchefuncte Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Harbor Middle School, Mandeville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Tchefuncte Middle School?
693 students attend Tchefuncte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Tchefuncte Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tchefuncte Middle School?
Tchefuncte Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tchefuncte Middle School offer ?
Tchefuncte Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tchefuncte Middle School part of?
Tchefuncte Middle School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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