Serving 990 students in grades 9-12, South Lafourche High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Lafourche High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Cut Off, LA, encompassing approximately 875.2 square miles. The zone typically sees a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 16.7 miles to its edges and a maximum reach of 32.8 miles.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Lafourche High School's student population of 990 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
990 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
South Lafourche High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lafourche High School is 0.58, 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
#173 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
5%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
61%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #173 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lafourche High School?
The graduation rate of South Lafourche High School is 91%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend South Lafourche High School?
990 students attend South Lafourche High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of South Lafourche High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lafourche High School?
South Lafourche High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Lafourche High School offer ?
South Lafourche High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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