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#968 of 1,288 schools in LA
School for Exceptional Children
School · Terrebonne Parish
105 Moffet Road, Houma, LA 70363
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#968 of 1,288
In Houma
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#30 of 30
Terrebonne Parish
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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School for Exceptional Children
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About School for Exceptional Children
School for Exceptional Children is a public school in Houma, LA, part of Terrebonne Parish. School for Exceptional Children serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. School for Exceptional Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for School for Exceptional Children show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, School for Exceptional Children is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at School for Exceptional Children sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6:1 students to teachers, School for Exceptional Children sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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School for Exceptional Children — Students at School for Exceptional Children score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How School for Exceptional Children Compares
See how School for Exceptional Children performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
105 Moffet Road, Houma, LA 70363
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School for Exceptional Children may also want to explore other schools in the area. ELEARNING ACADEMY OF HOUMA (rated 6.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOUMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houma, see our Houma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oaklawn Middle School Houma | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Ellender Memorial High School Houma | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Grand Caillou Middle School Houma | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Honduras Elementary School Houma | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Acadian Elementary School Houma | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Village East Elementary School Houma | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houma | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Lacache Middle School Bourg | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| South Terrebonne High School Bourg | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Houma | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ELEARNING ACADEMY OF HOUMA Houma | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Legion Park Elementary School Houma | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Houma | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HOUMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houma | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Mulberry Elementary School Houma | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Terrebonne High School Houma | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Houma Junior High School Houma | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Southdown Elementary School Houma | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Bayou Blue Middle School Houma | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Bayou Blue Upper Elementary School Houma | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,828
Median Home Value
$143,800
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
24,668
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
23.7%
Median Age
34.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Port Barre, LA | 5.0 |
| Concordia Education Center Ferriday, LA | 4.7 |
| PREVAILING FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monroe, LA | 6.1 |
| Riverside Alternative High School Bridge City, LA | 6.7 |
| GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Gonzales, LA | — |
| GREATER NEW ORLEANS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Metairie, LA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School for Exceptional Children
What grades does School for Exceptional Children serve?
School for Exceptional Children serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend School for Exceptional Children?
School for Exceptional Children has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School for Exceptional Children?
The student-teacher ratio at School for Exceptional Children is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School for Exceptional Children rank in LA?
School for Exceptional Children ranks #968 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is School for Exceptional Children's MySchoolScout rating?
School for Exceptional Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 School for Exceptional Children?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School for Exceptional Children has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is School for Exceptional Children a charter school?
No, School for Exceptional Children is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School for Exceptional Children a Title I school?
No, School for Exceptional Children is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School for Exceptional Children?
43.3% of students at School for Exceptional Children 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
- 40 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Terrebonne Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (985) 303-4832
Resources & Links
District
Terrebonne Parish- District Enrollment
- 15,624
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,613
- District Rank
- #30 of 30
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