There were 412 eighth grade students enrolled in Lincoln Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, the same number as the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Ruston Junior High School welcomed the most eighth grade students in the parish.
Within Lincoln Parish schools, the most students were found in first grade classes, while fourth grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, Lincoln Parish ranked 26th 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.
Lincoln Parish Enrollment by Grade – Yearly Comparison
Enrollment by Grade in Lincoln Parish Schools for 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Number of 8th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruston Junior High School | 272 | 48.9% | 556 |
| Choudrant High School | 58 | 14.5% | 401 |
| Lincoln Preparatory School | 45 | 6.6% | 680 |
| Simsboro High School | 37 | 6.8% | 541 |
