- Acadian Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 654 students
- Schriever Elementary School — Grades PK–3 · 537 students
- Village East Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 400 students
- Grand Caillou Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 360 students
- Upper Little Caillou Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 342 students
- Bourg Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 328 students
- Montegut Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 187 students
- Houma Junior High School — Grades 7–8 · 673 students
- Evergreen Junior High School — Grades 7–8 · 622 students
- Oaklawn Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 596 students
- Montegut Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 465 students
- Grand Caillou Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 267 students
- Lacache Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 225 students
- Terrebonne High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,346 students
- H. L. Bourgeois High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,289 students
- South Terrebonne High School — Grades 9–12 · 868 students
- Ellender Memorial High School — Grades 9–12 · 819 students
- Mulberry Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 789 students
- Coteau-Bayou Blue Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 627 students
- Broadmoor Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 587 students
- Oakshire Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 576 students
- Lisa Park Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 574 students
- Southdown Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 572 students
- Caldwell Middle School — Grades 4–6 · 341 students
- Legion Park Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 300 students
- Dularge Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 244 students
- School for Exceptional Children — Grades PK–12 · 23 students
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| Metric | Terrebonne Parish School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 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 Terrebonne Parish School District
Terrebonne Parish School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 70397 in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Louisiana districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Terrebonne Parish School District spends approximately $12,700 per student 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
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Terrebonne Parish School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Terrebonne Parish School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Terrebonne Parish School District ranks among Louisiana’s average-rated school systems. 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.
Terrebonne 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 70397
Children in zip code 70397 are assigned to Terrebonne 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 70397, 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 Terrebonne Parish School District at (985)876-7400 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Terrebonne Parish
For families considering a purchase in the Terrebonne Parish area, district assignment matters financially. Because Terrebonne Parish School District serves zip code 70397, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 70397 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 Terrebonne 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 70397.
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 Terrebonne Parish School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 70397 data.