Serving 1,095 students in grades 9-12, South Lafourche High School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,095 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lafourche High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Lafourche High School's student population of 1,095 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,095 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lafourche High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lafourche High School is 0.51, 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
#280 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
2%
42%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lafourche High School's ranking?
South Lafourche High School is ranked #280 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Lafourche High School often compared to?
South Lafourche High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thibodaux High School, Central Lafourche High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lafourche High School?
The graduation rate of South Lafourche High School is 96%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Lafourche High School?
1,095 students attend South Lafourche High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Lafourche High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lafourche High School?
South Lafourche High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lafourche High School offer ?
South Lafourche High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Lafourche High School part of?
South Lafourche High School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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