Serving 1,346 students in grades 9-12, Terrebonne 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 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Terrebonne High School serves the southern part of Houma, LA, covering an extensive area of approximately 836.9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary reaching up to 43.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terrebonne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Terrebonne High School's student population of 1,346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terrebonne 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 Terrebonne High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#131 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and Gold
School Mascot
Ida The Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrebonne High School's ranking?
Terrebonne High School is ranked #131 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Terrebonne High School often compared to?
Terrebonne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H. L. Bourgeois High School, South Terrebonne High School, Ellender Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terrebonne High School?
The graduation rate of Terrebonne High School is 81%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Terrebonne High School?
1,346 students attend Terrebonne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Terrebonne High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrebonne High School?
Terrebonne High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Terrebonne High School offer ?
Terrebonne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terrebonne High School part of?
Terrebonne High School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
a. No AP classes. Block (4x4) scheduling, which has been proven a failure before the school adopted it.
b. Average extracurricular availability. No orchestra, just marching and concert band and choir.
c. Janitors are untrustworthy and have stolen expensive earphones from computer labs and money from teachers' lounge.
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