Serving 1,306 students in grades 9-12, Thibodaux 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 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 1,306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thibodaux High School serves the northwest part of Thibodaux, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 190.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thibodaux 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
Thibodaux High School's student population of 1,306 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thibodaux 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 Thibodaux High School is 0.61, 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
#183 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2013–2024. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thibodaux High School's ranking?
Thibodaux High School is ranked #183 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Thibodaux High School often compared to?
Thibodaux High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Lafourche High School, South 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thibodaux High School?
The graduation rate of Thibodaux High School is 86%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Thibodaux High School?
1,306 students attend Thibodaux High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thibodaux High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thibodaux High School?
Thibodaux High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thibodaux High School offer ?
Thibodaux High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thibodaux High School part of?
Thibodaux High School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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