Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lucille Nesom Memorial 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucille Nesom Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lucille Nesom Memorial's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learners today, leaders tomorrow so we can be college or career ready!
School Mascot
Indians
School Rankings
Lucille Nesom Memorial 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 Lucille Nesom Memorial 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
45%
41%
White
28%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucille Nesom Memorial's ranking?
Lucille Nesom Memorial is ranked #1062 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lucille Nesom Memorial?
479 students attend Lucille Nesom Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lucille Nesom Memorial students are Black, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucille Nesom Memorial?
Lucille Nesom Memorial has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucille Nesom Memorial offer ?
Lucille Nesom Memorial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucille Nesom Memorial part of?
Lucille Nesom Memorial is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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