BAYOU COMMUNITY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

Bayou Community Academy Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Lafourche Parish school district, located in Thibodaux, LA with about 485 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Bayou Community Academy Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bayou Community Academy (BCA) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, serving students in grades K-8. Established with a commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment, the school focuses on a "whole-child" approach that balances high academic standards with character development. BCA is known for its small-school atmosphere, which aims to foster close relationships between students, staff, and families, ensuring that each child receives individualized attention and support to succeed in their educational journey.

Beyond its core curriculum, Bayou Community Academy emphasizes a strong sense of community involvement and hands-on learning. The school encourages parental engagement and often integrates local cultural values into its extracurricular activities and school life. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and the development of responsible, well-rounded citizens, BCA serves as a prominent educational option for families in the Lafourche Parish area who are looking for an alternative to traditional district-run public schools.

For more information, contact Bayou Community Academy Charter School at (985) 446-3011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.