Serving 331 students in grades 5-8, Lacache Middle 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 29% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lacache Middle School's student population of 331 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lacache Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lacache Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
4%
42%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacache Middle School's ranking?
Lacache Middle School is ranked #477 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lacache Middle School often compared to?
Lacache Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montegut Middle School, Oaklawn Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lacache Middle School?
331 students attend Lacache Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lacache Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lacache Middle School?
Lacache Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lacache Middle School offer ?
Lacache Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Lacache Middle School part of?
Lacache Middle School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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