What grades does W.S. Lafargue Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, W.S. Lafargue Elementary School serves students in Thibodaux, LA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is W.S. Lafargue Elementary School located?

You can find W.S. Lafargue Elementary School in Thibodaux, LA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W.S. Lafargue Elementary School?

At W.S. Lafargue Elementary School, there are approximately 14.3 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Thibodaux, LA?

W.S. Lafargue Elementary School is among the schools serving Thibodaux, LA. The school is part of the local school system.

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W.S. Lafargue Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Thibodaux, Louisiana|Lafourche Parish

Thibodaux, LA 70301

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Red Ribbon WeekEvent

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Oct

Sat

Trunk-R-TreatEvent

Join all of the Thibodaux Elementary Schools for a fun evening of Trick-R-Treating. Event starts @ 5:00PM and ends at 7:00PM. Event will take place at W.S. Lafargue Elementary.

Nov

Tue

ASVAB TestingexamDistrict-wide

Nov

Sat

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

2–3

Enrollment

459

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Lafourche Parish

Econ. Disadvantaged

82.8%

Phone

(985)447-9292

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

20-24%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

1 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.6:1

Worse than average in LA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

598

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

81% fully certified

Counselors

0.5

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

0.33000001

Nurses

0.5

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,912

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,971

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,140

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 25%State 33%Local 42%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.6%

Below 150% poverty line

6.5%

Unemployment rate

6.1%

Uninsured residents

17.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,415

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,210

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

353 (29%)

Other Health Impairment

192 (16%)

Autism

190 (16%)

Intellectual Disability

144 (12%)

Speech/Language Impairment

133 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

22 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

457

Current enrollment

Growing(+16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 26, 2026

Red Ribbon Week

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Event

Sat, Oct 31, 2026

Trunk-R-Treat

Join all of the Thibodaux Elementary Schools for a fun evening of Trick-R-Treating. Event starts @ 5:00PM and ends at 7:00PM. Event will take place at W.S. Lafargue Elementary.

Event

Tue, Nov 17, 2026

ASVAB Testing

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lafourche Parish. W.S. Lafargue Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	K-3 Numeracy AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School - Labor DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Teacher Professional Development day - No SchoolDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Labor Day / No SchoolDistrict-wide Students have no school on September 7 and 8. Staff will have a professional development day on September 8.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	LEF Teacher of the Year (Auditorium)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Inspirational TeacherDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	World Teachers' Day!District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Teacher/Student SwapDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	WSL Bundt Cake Fundraiser Begins	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break - NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	PD Day - No School for StudentsDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Fall Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Red Ribbon Week Review the event notice for activities and participation details.	Event	—
Sat, Oct 31, 2026	Trunk-R-Treat Join all of the Thibodaux Elementary Schools for a fun evening of Trick-R-Treating. Event starts @ 5:00PM and ends at 7:00PM. Event will take place at W.S. Lafargue Elementary.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	ASVAB TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Sat, Nov 21, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the complete break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving DayDistrict-wide Public holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	Christmas Choir ConcertDistrict-wide Review the concert notice for performance date, time and location details.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	CLHS Christmas Band ConcertDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—