Serving 347 students in grades 4-8, Natalbany Middle School 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 9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Natalbany Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We are preparing our students for college and career readiness.
School Rankings
Natalbany Middle School 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 Natalbany Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1074 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
57%
42%
White
15%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natalbany Middle School's ranking?
Natalbany Middle School is ranked #1074 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Natalbany Middle School often compared to?
Natalbany Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond Eastside Magnet, Southeastern La University Lab School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Natalbany Middle School?
347 students attend Natalbany Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Natalbany Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natalbany Middle School?
Natalbany Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Natalbany Middle School offer ?
Natalbany Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natalbany Middle School part of?
Natalbany Middle School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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