Tucker Memorial Elementary School serves 633 students in grades 1-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Attendance Zone: Tucker Memorial Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Ponchatoula, LA, covering an area of approximately 145 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 12.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tucker Memorial Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tucker Memorial Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)29.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tucker Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Tucker Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond Eastside Magnet, Perrin Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Tucker Memorial Elementary School?
633 students attend Tucker Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Tucker Memorial Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucker Memorial Elementary School?
Tucker Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tucker Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Tucker Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucker Memorial Elementary School part of?
Tucker Memorial Elementary School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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