Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Thibodaux Elementary 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 54% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 54%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thibodaux Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
Thibodaux Elementary is committed to building an academic foundation in reading and math for all students to empower them to become lifelong learners
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thibodaux Elementary 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)54%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)64%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
57%
42%
White
29%
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
79%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% LA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% LA state average).
How many students attend Thibodaux Elementary School?
575 students attend Thibodaux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Thibodaux Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thibodaux Elementary School?
Thibodaux Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thibodaux Elementary School offer ?
Thibodaux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thibodaux Elementary School part of?
Thibodaux Elementary School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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