Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Thibodaux Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thibodaux Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thibodaux Middle School's student population of 679 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Thibodaux Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thibodaux Middle 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
#811 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
53%
41%
White
32%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Thibodaux Middle School is ranked #811 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Thibodaux Middle School often compared to?
Thibodaux Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Charles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Thibodaux Middle School?
679 students attend Thibodaux Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thibodaux Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thibodaux Middle School?
Thibodaux Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thibodaux Middle School offer ?
Thibodaux Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thibodaux Middle School part of?
Thibodaux Middle School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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