Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives

Iberia Parish

Louisiana · Public School District
23
Schools
11,768
Students
$12,615
Per-Pupil Spend
-12% nat'l
70.0%
Free Lunch Rate
+18pp vs nat'l
87.5%
Graduation Rate
≈ nat'l avg
District Overview

Iberia Parish is a public school district in Louisiana serving 11,768 students across 23 schools. It includes 15 elementary, 3 middle, 5 high schools. Its graduation rate of 87.5% is near the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $12,615 is below the national average for a US public school district. 70% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 38/100.

⇄ Compare with another district
All Schools (23)
Middle Schools3 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Anderson Middle School07–08399
Belle Place Middle School07–08413
Iberia Middle School07–08498
High Schools5 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Delcambre High School06–12536
Jeanerette Senior High School07–12322
Loreauville High School07–12569
New Iberia Senior High School09–121,449
Westgate High School09–12993
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$12,615-12% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
47%
35%
State
46.6%
Local (property tax)
35.1%
Federal
18.3%

Funding is shared between state (47%) and local sources (35%), with notable federal support (18%).

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
23
Schools
11,768
Students
70%
Free Lunch
$13K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate87.5%
Opportunity Score38/100
StateLouisiana →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Range of school options
With 23 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
High economic need in community
70% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — above the national rate of 52.2% — reflecting broader economic challenges.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Iberia Parish?
Iberia Parish has 23 public schools, serving a total of 11,768 students.
What is the graduation rate for Iberia Parish?
The graduation rate is 87.5%, which is above the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Iberia Parish spend per student?
Iberia Parish spends $12,615 per pupil — 12% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Iberia Parish?
70% of students in Iberia Parish qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Iberia Parish?
No, Iberia Parish does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Iberia Parish serve?
Iberia Parish serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Iberia Parish?
The median opportunity score across schools in Iberia Parish is 38/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.