Serving 682 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 72% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- 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 682 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Tchefuncte Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tchefuncte Middle School is 0.34, 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
#52 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
4%
42%
White
81%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tchefuncte Middle School's ranking?
Tchefuncte Middle School is ranked #52 out of 1,244 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 Lake Harbor Middle School, Gayle Sloan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
682 students attend Tchefuncte Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Tchefuncte Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tchefuncte Middle School?
Tchefuncte Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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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