There were 588 first grade students enrolled in St. Bernard Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 2.8% more than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Arlene Meraux Elementary School welcomed the most first grade students in the parish.
Within St. Bernard Parish schools, the most students were found in 10th grade classes, while 12th grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, St. Bernard Parish ranked 23rd highest in enrollment numbers, the same as 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. Bernard Parish Enrollment by Grade – Yearly Comparison
Enrollment by Grade in St. Bernard Parish Schools for 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Number of 1st Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlene Meraux Elementary School | 107 | 17.9% | 597 |
| Joseph J. Davies Elementary School | 95 | 15% | 632 |
| Arabi Elementary School | 94 | 17.2% | 547 |
| Lacoste Elementary School | 93 | 13.5% | 690 |
| J. F. Gauthier School | 80 | 16.1% | 498 |
| Chalmette Elementary School | 67 | 14.4% | 464 |
| W. Smith Jr. Elementary School | 52 | 13.7% | 379 |
