Serving 1,427 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 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- 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%)
- 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 1,427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
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 0.60, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
34%
41%
White
53%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 83%.
How many students attend Thibodaux High School?
1,427 students attend Thibodaux High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thibodaux High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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