Gibson Elementary School

6357 S. Bayou Black Drive
Gibson, LA 70356
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gibson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50% in LA
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gibson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

Gibson Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Motto
Engage, Educate and Empower Every Student, Every Day

School Rankings

Gibson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gibson Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#462 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
34%
40-44%
42%
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
40%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gibson Elementary School's ranking?
Gibson Elementary School is ranked #462 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Gibson Elementary School?
155 students attend Gibson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gibson Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gibson Elementary School?
Gibson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gibson Elementary School offer ?
Gibson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibson Elementary School part of?
Gibson Elementary School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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