Serving 268 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 34% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lacache Middle School's student population of 268 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Lacache Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lacache Middle School is 0.41, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#455 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
4%
41%
White
76%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lacache Middle School's ranking?
Lacache Middle School is ranked #455 out of 1,251 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 Middle 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 32% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lacache Middle School?
268 students attend Lacache Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lacache Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lacache Middle School offer ?
Lacache Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lacache Middle School part of?
Lacache Middle School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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