- Thibodaux Elementary School — Grades PK–1 · 575 students
- W.S. Lafargue Elementary School — Grades 2–3 · 457 students
- Bayou Blue Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 454 students
- Lockport Lower Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 429 students
- Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 427 students
- Cut Off Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 395 students
- C.M. Washington Elementary School — Grades 4–5 · 392 students
- Galliano Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 383 students
- Lockport Upper Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 374 students
- South Larose Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 349 students
- Chackbay Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 344 students
- Raceland Lower Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 330 students
- Raceland Upper Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 302 students
- St. Charles Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 253 students
- Bayou Boeuf Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 209 students
- North Larose Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 202 students
- Golden Meadow Lower Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 155 students
- Golden Meadow Upper Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 125 students
- Thibodaux Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 592 students
- Larose-Cut Off Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 430 students
- Bayou Blue Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 396 students
- Lockport Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 331 students
- Golden Meadow Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 318 students
- Raceland Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 289 students
- Sixth Ward Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 236 students
- Central Lafourche High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,307 students
- Thibodaux High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,306 students
- South Lafourche High School — Grades 9–12 · 990 students
- Bayou Community Academy Charter School — Grades PK–8 · 499 students
- Virtual Academy of Lafourche — Grades K–12 · 477 students
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| Metric | Lafourche Parish School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 30 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Lafourche Parish School District
Families searching for schools in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana (ZIP 70374) are zoned to Lafourche Parish School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Louisiana districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Lafourche Parish School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $12,700 per year, placing it 10% above the Louisiana state average of approximately $11,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With multiple schools, Lafourche Parish School District operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Lafourche Parish School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Lafourche Parish School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Lafourche Parish School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 70374
Children in zip code 70374 are assigned to Lafourche Parish School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 70374, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lafourche Parish School District at (985)446-5631 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Louisiana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lafourche Parish
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Lafourche Parish School District serves zip code 70374, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 70374 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Louisiana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lafourche Parish School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 70374.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lafourche Parish School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 70374 data.