There were 194 third grade students enrolled in St. James Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 17.4% less than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Paulina Elementary School welcomed the most third 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.
According to a 2023 Scholaroo study, Louisiana’s education system ranked 49th in the U.S., only ahead of Arizona. The state ranked poorly in key metrics such as school quality, student achievement, and student safety.
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 3rd Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulina Elementary School | 116 | 15.6% | 744 |
| Vacherie Elementary School | 78 | 19.7% | 395 |
