Serving 267 students in grades 5-8, Grand Caillou Middle 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 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Caillou Middle School serves the southern part of Houma, LA, covering an expansive area of approximately 455.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edges averaging 15.8 miles and extending up to 32.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Caillou Middle School's student population of 267 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Caillou Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Caillou Middle School is 0.79, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#799 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
17%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
20%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
17%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Caillou Middle School's ranking?
Grand Caillou Middle School is ranked #799 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Grand Caillou Middle School?
267 students attend Grand Caillou Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Grand Caillou Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 15% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Caillou Middle School?
Grand Caillou Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Caillou Middle School offer ?
Grand Caillou Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Caillou Middle School part of?
Grand Caillou Middle School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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