Hammond Westside Montessori vs Natalbany Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammond Westside Montessori
Hammond · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,022 students
Natalbany Middle
Tickfaw · Public middle · Grades 4–8
347 students
| Measure | Hammond Westside Montessori Hammond, Louisiana | Natalbany Middle Tickfaw, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #542 of 697 | #179 of 218 |
| National rank | #26092 of 50,301 | #8023 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 1,022 | 347 |
| Enrollment | 1,022 | 347 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 81.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| city | Hammond | Tickfaw |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (48.6 vs 48.3).
- •Hammond Westside Montessori does better on math proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Natalbany Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 51%).
- •Hammond Westside Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 81.6%).
- •Natalbany Middle does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.2).
- •Hammond Westside Montessori is the larger school with 1,022 students compared with 347.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hammond Westside Montessori better than Natalbany Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hammond Westside Montessori and Natalbany Middle?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Hammond and Tickfaw in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Westside Montessori: 1,022. Natalbany Middle: 347. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Westside Montessori and Natalbany Middle rank in Louisiana?
Hammond Westside Montessori is 542nd of 697 and Natalbany Middle is 179th of 218 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).