Serving 1,289 students in grades 9-12, H. L. Bourgeois High 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 34% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: H. L. Bourgeois High School serves the west part of its school district in Gray, LA, covering an expansive area of approximately 677.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest parts of the zone located up to 45.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
H. L. Bourgeois High School's student population of 1,289 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,289 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Rankings
H. L. Bourgeois High 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 H. L. Bourgeois High School is 0.69, 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
#486 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brave Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Brave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H. L. Bourgeois High School's ranking?
H. L. Bourgeois High School is ranked #486 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are H. L. Bourgeois High School often compared to?
H. L. Bourgeois High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terrebonne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of H. L. Bourgeois High School?
The graduation rate of H. L. Bourgeois High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend H. L. Bourgeois High School?
1,289 students attend H. L. Bourgeois High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of H. L. Bourgeois High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H. L. Bourgeois High School?
H. L. Bourgeois High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does H. L. Bourgeois High School offer ?
H. L. Bourgeois High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is H. L. Bourgeois High School part of?
H. L. Bourgeois High School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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