There were 251 seventh grade students enrolled in St. James Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 9.4% less than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Lutcher High School welcomed the most seventh grade students in the parish.
Within St. James Parish schools, the most students were found in ninth grade classes, while third grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, St. James Parish ranked 23rd lowest in enrollment numbers. It was ranked 24th lowest the year before.
Louisiana’s education system was considered one of the worst in the U.S., according to a WalletHub analysis. The state was ranked 47th overall, based on class size, student performance, funding, school safety, and teacher qualifications.
St. James Parish Enrollment by Grade – Yearly Comparison
Enrollment by Grade in St. James Parish Schools for 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Number of 7th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutcher High School | 137 | 14.7% | 934 |
| St. James High School | 114 | 19.4% | 589 |
