Serving 379 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 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- 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
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Natalbany Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Natalbany Middle School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
We are preparing our students for college and career readiness.
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 0.59, 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
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
59%
41%
White
12%
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
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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?
379 students attend Natalbany Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Natalbany Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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