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Edward Douglas White Catholic High School

  • LocationThibodaux, LA
  • Type and sizeDiocesan school · Grades 8–12 · 770 students
  • SponsorDiocese of Houma-Thibodaux
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Edward Douglass White Catholic High School in Thibodaux is owned and operated by the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux. The 2026-27 student handbook says the school celebrates the sacraments through daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available. Students take theology in each grade from 9 through 12 and must take part in a Service Awareness Program, and the school lists faith-based clubs including Sisters in Christ and Brothers in Christ.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Mass 3

  • Wednesday7:15 AMEDW Chapel · Listed for 14 October 2026 as Daily Mass sponsored by 4-H.
  • Thursday7:15 AMEDW Chapel · Listed for 15 October 2026 as Daily Mass sponsored by 11th & 12th Grade Football.
  • Wednesday7:15 AMEDW Chapel · Listed for 21 October 2026 as Daily Mass sponsored by STUCO.

Adoration 1

  • Wednesday4:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas Chapel · Listed for 14 October 2026 as E.D. White Family Adoration; the page says weekly Adoration is offered.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Spirituality | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/spirituality · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Daily Mass sponsored by 4-H”
    A daily Mass is listed at 7:15 am on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, in the EDW Chapel.
    “Daily Mass sponsored by 11th & 12th Grade Football”
    A daily Mass is listed at 7:15 am on Thursday, 15 October 2026, in the EDW Chapel.
    “Daily Mass sponsored by STUCO”
    A daily Mass is listed at 7:15 am on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, in the EDW Chapel.
    “E.D. White Family Adoration @ St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel”
    A school family adoration is listed for 14 October 2026, 4:00 to 5:00 pm, at St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Edward Douglas White Catholic High School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.5 mi1 mi2 miSaint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church: 0.5 mi1Saint Joseph Co-Cathedral: 0.5 mi2Saint Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church: 0.6 mi3Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church: 1.7 mi4Saint Genevieve Catholic Church: 1.7 mi5E. D. White Campus Ministry (EDW Chapel): 0.1 miEdward Douglas White Catholic High School (campus)N0.5 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church — 0.5 mi
  2. Saint Joseph Co-Cathedral — 0.5 mi · 721 Canal Boulevard, Thibodaux
  3. Saint Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 1100 Bourbon Street, Thibodaux
  4. Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church — 1.7 mi · 720 Talbot Avenue, Thibodaux
  5. Saint Genevieve Catholic Church — 1.7 mi · 815 Barbier Avenue, Thibodaux

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

BSacramental life: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

74 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusYes (The handbook says the school celebrates daily Mass, and the October 2026 Mass listings show weekday Masses in the EDW Chapel.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Spirituality | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/spirituality · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Daily Mass sponsored by 4-H”
      A daily Mass is listed at 7:15 am on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, in the EDW Chapel.
    2. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates the sacraments through daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.”
      The 2026-27 handbook says the school celebrates daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearSeasonally (Advent, Lent) or a few times a year (Penance is offered 'when priests are available'.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates the sacraments through daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.”
      The 2026-27 handbook says the school celebrates daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredRegularly (monthly or more) (The spirituality page says prayers are offered at weekly Adoration. An October 2026 family adoration is listed at St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spirituality | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/spirituality · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Prayers will be offered at weekly Adoration and at our school Masses.”
      Weekly Adoration is offered, and school Masses are held.
      “E.D. White Family Adoration @ St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel”
      A school family adoration is listed for 14 October 2026, 4:00 to 5:00 pm, at St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (Masses are offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates the sacraments through daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.”
      The 2026-27 handbook says the school celebrates daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (The handbook refers to theology classes in grades 9, 10, 11 and senior year, and says students of all faiths must attend and pass theology. Four years is computed from the grade references.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “If a student fails 9th, 10th, or 11th grade theology classes, the student must schedule two theology classes the following year to make up this failure.”
      Theology classes are required in grades 9, 10 and 11, and in senior year.
      “Students of all faiths are expected to attend and pass theology classes.”
      Students are expected to attend and pass theology classes.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The academics page describes a Christian framework that integrates Christian truths and values into learning experiences.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academics | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/academics · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The integration of Christian truths and values within the framework of learning experiences characterizes our educational approach.”
      The academic program describes an integration of Christian truths and values into learning.
BCampus culture: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

71 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    RetreatsRetreats for some grades (An 8th Grade Retreat Day is on the school calendar.)
    Sources (1)
    1. School Calendar | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/school-calendar · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “8th Grade Retreat Day”
      An 8th Grade Retreat Day is on the school calendar.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffOne (The staff directory lists one campus minister, Christina Lasserre, who is also a theology teacher.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Staff Directory | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/about/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Christina Lasserre Theology / Campus Minister”
      Christina Lasserre is listed as Theology teacher and Campus Minister.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (The clubs page lists Sisters in Christ and Brothers in Christ under Spiritual clubs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs and Organizations | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/student-life/organizations-clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sisters in Christ”
      A Sisters in Christ group is listed under the school's spiritual organizations.
      “Brothers in Christ”
      A Brothers in Christ group is listed under the school's spiritual organizations.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes (The clubs page lists a Right to Life club, and the service form lists March for Life as qualifying service.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Clubs and Organizations | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/student-life/organizations-clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Right to Life”
      A Right to Life club is listed under the school's spiritual organizations.
    2. EDW Service Hour Form | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Service-Hour-Form.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “taking part in March for Life or Living Rosary or a mission trip”
      The service form lists March for Life, the Living Rosary, and mission trips as qualifying service.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (The handbook describes food drives and mission trips as school service initiatives, and the service form lists mission trips as qualifying service.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “food drives, mission trips and other service opportunities to respond to the needs of all students, especially those who are poor, neglected, or de-Christianized.”
      The school's service initiatives include food drives and mission trips.
    2. EDW Service Hour Form | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Service-Hour-Form.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “taking part in March for Life or Living Rosary or a mission trip”
      The service form lists March for Life, the Living Rosary, and mission trips as qualifying service.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Daily Mass is listed in the EDW Chapel, and weekly Adoration is offered.
    Sources (1)
    1. Spirituality | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/spirituality · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Daily Mass sponsored by 4-H”
      A daily Mass is listed at 7:15 am on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, in the EDW Chapel.
      “Prayers will be offered at weekly Adoration and at our school Masses.”
      Weekly Adoration is offered, and school Masses are held.
  • Theology classes are required in grades 9 through 12, and all students must take part in the Service Awareness Program.
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “If a student fails 9th, 10th, or 11th grade theology classes, the student must schedule two theology classes the following year to make up this failure.”
      Theology classes are required in grades 9, 10 and 11, and in senior year.
      “All students are required to participate in the Service Awareness Program coordinated by the Theology Department.”
      All students must participate in the Service Awareness Program.
  • Several faith-based and pro-life clubs are listed, including Sisters in Christ, Brothers in Christ, and Right to Life.
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs and Organizations | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/student-life/organizations-clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sisters in Christ”
      A Sisters in Christ group is listed under the school's spiritual organizations.
      “Brothers in Christ”
      A Brothers in Christ group is listed under the school's spiritual organizations.
      “Right to Life”
      A Right to Life club is listed under the school's spiritual organizations.

Concerns

  • Confession is described only as available when priests are available.
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/edwhite/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Student-Handbook-2026-2027.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The school celebrates the sacraments through daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.”
      The 2026-27 handbook says the school celebrates daily Mass, monthly Mass, adoration, and penance when priests are available.
  • Only one campus minister is listed in the staff directory.
    Sources (1)
    1. Staff Directory | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/about/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Christina Lasserre Theology / Campus Minister”
      Christina Lasserre is listed as Theology teacher and Campus Minister.

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Campus ministry home

E. D. White Campus Ministry (EDW Chapel)

  • Address: 555 Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

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Source: edwhite.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, edwhite.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

10 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 9 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 3

  • Daily MassOn campus
    Weekday mornings at 7:15 AM (October 2026 listings)
    Daily Mass celebrated in the EDW Chapel, with groups sponsoring individual dates.
    edwhite.org, edwhite.org
  • Music Ministry
    Music Ministry listed among the school's spiritual organizations.
    edwhite.org
  • E.D. White Family Adoration
    Weekly Adoration; 4:00 to 5:00 PM on Wednesday, 14 October 2026 listed
    Family adoration held at St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel, per the school's spirituality page.
    edwhite.org, edwhite.org

Faith formation 1

  • Campus Ministry (student organization)
    Campus Ministry organization listed among the school's spiritual organizations.
    edwhite.org

Clubs and groups 3

  • Sisters in Christ
    Spiritual student organization listed on the school's clubs page.
    edwhite.org
  • Brothers in Christ
    Spiritual student organization listed on the school's clubs page.
    edwhite.org
  • Right to Life
    Pro-life club listed among the school's spiritual organizations.
    edwhite.org, edwhite.org

Retreats 1

  • 8th Grade Retreat Day
    All-day retreat for 8th grade students listed on the school calendar.
    edwhite.org

Service 2

  • Key Club
    Service club listed on the school's clubs page.
    edwhite.org
  • Service Awareness Program
    Required service program coordinated by the Theology Department; examples include food drives, mission trips, and Works of Mercy.
    edwhite.org, edwhite.org, edwhite.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (1)
  1. Spirituality | E.D. White Catholic High Schooledwhite.org/spirituality · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “As part of the Houma-Thibodaux Diocese, we have a strong mission to impart the Catholic faith, creating an environment where students learn how to live a Christ-centered life.”
    The school's spirituality program states a mission to impart the Catholic faith.
    “Christina Lasserre Campus Ministry Moderator classerre@htdiocese.org”
    Christina Lasserre is the Campus Ministry Moderator, with a published email address.
    “Daily Mass sponsored by 4-H”
    A daily Mass is listed at 7:15 am on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, in the EDW Chapel.
    “555 Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301 (985) 446-8486”
    The school's address is 555 Cardinal Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301, with telephone 446-8486.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
72 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.90%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.12.4 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeDiocesan school
DioceseDiocese of Houma-Thibodaux, LA
Grades8–12
Students (all grades)770
Students in grades 9–12606
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio12.4 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges90%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux

The Most Reverend Simon Peter Engurait, Bishop of Houma-Thibodaux

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Questions families ask

Is Edward Douglas White Catholic High School a Catholic high school?
Yes. Edward Douglas White Catholic High School is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux. Its sponsor is Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux.
What is Edward Douglas White Catholic High School’s Compass Score?
79 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Edward Douglas White Catholic High School?
Mass is listed at EDW Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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