South Terrebonne High School is a public secondary school in Bourg, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of the Terrebonne Parish School District.
Serving 868 students in grades 9-12, South Terrebonne High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Terrebonne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Terrebonne High School's student population of 868 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
868 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Terrebonne High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Terrebonne High School is 0.57, 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
#323 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
8%
42%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Terrebonne High School's ranking?
South Terrebonne High School is ranked #323 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Terrebonne High School often compared to?
South Terrebonne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terrebonne High School, Ellender Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Terrebonne High School?
The graduation rate of South Terrebonne High School is 82%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Terrebonne High School?
868 students attend South Terrebonne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Terrebonne High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Terrebonne High School?
South Terrebonne High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Terrebonne High School offer ?
South Terrebonne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Terrebonne High School part of?
South Terrebonne High School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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