Excellent

#35 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 3% in state

N.s.u. Middle Lab School

Middle School · Natchitoches Parish

100 Tarlton Drive TEC Building POD A, Natchitoches, LA 71497

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

9.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

9.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#35 of 1,288

In Natchitoches

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 13

Natchitoches Parish

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About N.s.u. Middle Lab School

N.s.u. Middle Lab School is a public middle school in Natchitoches, LA, part of Natchitoches Parish. N.s.u.

Middle Lab School serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. N.s.u. Middle Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for N.s.u. Middle Lab School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district

9.2

This school 9.2 · Excellent
District avg 8.3
LA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 173 students, N.s.u. Middle Lab School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.4Excellent40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-0.88 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics9.8Excellent35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg+66.1 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+50.1 pts

Overall Proficiency96% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected+33.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile97th

Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,838

Chronic Absenteeism6.9%

N.s.u. Middle Lab School — Students at N.s.u. Middle Lab School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

31.9% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 85.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

43.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 42 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

77%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

97.5%

ELA

92%

2013

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2015

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2016

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2017

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2018

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2019

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2020*

Math

67%

ELA

82%

2021*

Math

67%

ELA

82%

2022

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2025

Math

78%

ELA

76.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How N.s.u. Middle Lab School Compares

See how N.s.u. Middle Lab School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.2/10

97th percentile in LA

Academic

9.8/10

Excellent

Growth

9.4/10

Excellent

Environment

8.1/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

39%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

11 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

6.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 Tarlton Drive TEC Building POD A, Natchitoches, LA 71497

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering N.s.u. Middle Lab School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Natchitoches Jr. High School (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Red River Junior High School (rated 6.3/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Coushatta), a more accessible option. For more schools in Natchitoches, see our Natchitoches schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Natchitoches Central High School Natchitoches	0.5 mi	1,211	7.8
Louisiana School for Math Science & the Arts Natchitoches	0.5 mi	268	9.5
N.S.U. Elementary Lab School Natchitoches	0.7 mi	300	8.8
Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center Natchitoches	1.3 mi	180	4.7
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches	2.0 mi	731	7.2
Natchitoches Jr. High School Natchitoches	2.1 mi	374	8.9
M.R. Weaver Elementary School Natchitoches	1.8 mi	378	5.9
East Natchitoches Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches	1.9 mi	412	6.9
ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Natchitoches	2.2 mi	297	6.3
OASIS OF LOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Natchitoches	2.3 mi	51	6.2
Provencal Elementary & Junior High School Provencal	8.9 mi	497	7.6
Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School Campti	12.0 mi	301	6.9
Fairview-Alpha Elementary & Junior High School Campti	13.2 mi	295	8.0
Montgomery High School Montgomery	13.7 mi	264	6.2
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School Marthaville	17.3 mi	226	8.9
Goldonna Elementary & Junior High School Goldonna	21.7 mi	127	4.2
Verda Elementary School Montgomery	19.9 mi	237	4.9
Red River Academic Academy Coushatta	22.0 mi	50	7.9
Red River High School Coushatta	22.7 mi	351	5.6
Red River Junior High School Coushatta	22.7 mi	258	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71497 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$2,499

Population

1,729

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

3.6%

Poverty Rate

95.3%

Median Age

19.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about N.s.u. Middle Lab School

What grades does N.s.u. Middle Lab School serve?

N.s.u. Middle Lab School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend N.s.u. Middle Lab School?

N.s.u. Middle Lab School has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at N.s.u. Middle Lab School?

The student-teacher ratio at N.s.u. Middle Lab School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does N.s.u. Middle Lab School rank in LA?

N.s.u. Middle Lab School ranks #35 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is N.s.u. Middle Lab School's MySchoolScout rating?

N.s.u. Middle Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at N.s.u. Middle Lab School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, N.s.u. Middle Lab School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is N.s.u. Middle Lab School a charter school?

No, N.s.u. Middle Lab School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is N.s.u. Middle Lab School a Title I school?

No, N.s.u. Middle Lab School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for N.s.u. Middle Lab School?

38.7% of students at N.s.u. Middle Lab School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.