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#292 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 23% in state

Mulberry Elementary School

Elementary School · Terrebonne Parish

450 Cougar Drive, Houma, LA 70360

Enrollment

798

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#292 of 1,288

In Houma

#5 of 23

public schools

In district

#4 of 30

Terrebonne Parish

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Mulberry Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Houma · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mulberry Elementary School

Mulberry Elementary School is a public elementary school in Houma, LA, part of Terrebonne Parish. Mulberry Elementary School serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mulberry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Mulberry Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.2% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+21 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30.4 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,613
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Mulberry Elementary School — Students at Mulberry Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.4% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 84.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 44 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
73.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Mulberry Elementary School Compares

See how Mulberry Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in LA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

450 Cougar Drive, Houma, LA 70360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mulberry Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legion Park Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Broadmoor Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dularge Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houma, see our Houma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HOUMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houma 0.9 mi 3.9
ELEARNING ACADEMY OF HOUMA Houma 1.0 mi 6.1
Southdown Elementary School Houma 1.7 mi 5.9
Houma Junior High School Houma 1.9 mi 6.4
Terrebonne High School Houma 2.1 mi 6.2
ST FRANCIS DE SALES CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Houma 2.0 mi 4.9
Acadian Elementary School Houma 1.9 mi 6.8
VANDEBILT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Houma 2.3 mi 5.7
ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houma 2.3 mi 6.2
Honduras Elementary School Houma 2.5 mi 6.4
Legion Park Elementary School Houma 2.8 mi 7.7
ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Houma 3.0 mi 6.6
Dularge Elementary School Houma 3.3 mi 7.1
Lisa Park Elementary School Houma 3.5 mi 6.6
Oaklawn Middle School Houma 3.2 mi 6.5
School for Exceptional Children Houma 3.4 mi 5.2
Ellender Memorial High School Houma 3.8 mi 6.2
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Houma 4.4 mi 4.7
Grand Caillou Middle School Houma 3.9 mi 5.8
Broadmoor Elementary School Houma 4.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,365

Median Home Value

$297,100

Median Rent

$1,085/mo

Population

28,810

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.7

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A. A. Nelson Elementary School Lake Charles, LA 7.7
Central Intermediate School Central, LA 7.7
Chateau Estates School Kenner, LA 7.7
Hammond Westside Montessori Hammond, LA 7.7
J. I. Watson Elementary School Iowa, LA 7.7
Lakeside Primary School Prairieville, LA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mulberry Elementary School

What grades does Mulberry Elementary School serve?

Mulberry Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Mulberry Elementary School?

Mulberry Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mulberry Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mulberry Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mulberry Elementary School rank in LA?

Mulberry Elementary School ranks #292 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Mulberry Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mulberry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mulberry Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mulberry Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mulberry Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mulberry Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mulberry Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mulberry Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mulberry Elementary School?

36.7% of students at Mulberry Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Terrebonne Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

District

Terrebonne Parish
District Enrollment
15,624
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,613
District Rank
#4 of 30

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