BOURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bourg Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Terrebonne Parish school district, located in Bourg, LA with about 445 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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, Bourg Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Bourg Elementary School, located at 4413 St. Andrew Street in Bourg, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Terrebonne Parish School District. Situated in a quiet, close-knit community, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal growth of its students in a supportive environment. The faculty emphasizes core curriculum standards while encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills, character, and a lifelong love of learning, typically serving children from pre-kindergarten through the elementary grade levels.

Beyond its academic focus, Bourg Elementary acts as a vital hub for the local community, maintaining strong connections between educators, parents, and students. The school environment is characterized by a commitment to inclusivity and student success, utilizing various resources to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with extracurricular engagement, the school strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school and beyond, all while maintaining the small-town charm and spirit unique to the Bourg area.

For more information, contact Bourg Elementary School at (985) 594-3663 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.