Terrebonne Parish

Terrebonne Parish serves 14,559 students across 31 schools in a suburban Louisiana setting, with enrollment declining 4.4% from the prior year. The district operates 18 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1 and 816 teachers on staff.

Academically, Terrebonne Parish performs above state averages in both core subjects. Math proficiency stands at 38.7% compared to the Louisiana average of 30.3%, while reading proficiency reaches 49.6% versus 39.0% statewide. The graduation rate of 83.8% sits slightly below the state average of 85.1%.

The student population reflects significant economic need, with 67.9% of students economically disadvantaged and 6.4% identified as English learners. Racial composition is 42.2% White, 25.6% Black, 14.3% Hispanic, and 1.1% Asian.

Financially, Terrebonne Parish operates on a $200.7 million budget with per-pupil spending of $1,857, substantially lower than the state average of $8,665. Revenue sources include 18.4% federal funding, 44.6% state funds, and 37.0% local revenue. The district faces notable resource constraints relative to state benchmarks despite generating revenue from multiple sources. The combination of declining enrollment, above-average academic performance in core subjects, and significant per-pupil spending disparities characterizes the district's current operational profile.