For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,385 students in Cut Off, LA.
The top-ranked public schools in Cut Off, LA are South Lafourche High School and Cut Off Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cut Off, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Cut Off have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Cut Off, LA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Lafourche High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16911 East Main Street
Cut Off, LA 70345
(985) 632-5721
Cut Off, LA 70345
(985) 632-5721
Gr: 9-12 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Cut Off Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
177 West 55th Street
Cut Off, LA 70345
(985) 632-3116
Cut Off, LA 70345
(985) 632-3116
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cut Off, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cut Off, LA include South Lafourche High School and Cut Off Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cut Off?
2 public schools are located in Cut Off.
What is the racial composition of students in Cut Off?
Cut Off public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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