There were 148 first grade students enrolled in Jackson Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 6.5% more than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School welcomed the most first grade students in the parish.
Within Jackson Parish schools, the most students were found in eighth grade classes, while fifth grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, Jackson Parish ranked 14th lowest 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.
Jackson Parish Enrollment by Grade – Yearly Comparison
Enrollment by Grade in Jackson Parish Schools for 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Number of 1st Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School | 57 | 17.3% | 329 |
| Quitman High School | 46 | 6.5% | 713 |
| Weston High School | 45 | 7.3% | 615 |
