There were 205 first grade students enrolled in Union Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 1.5% more than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Union Parish Elementary School welcomed the most first grade students in the parish.
Within Union Parish schools, the most students were found in fourth grade classes, while 12th grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, Union Parish ranked 19th lowest in enrollment numbers, the same as 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.
Union Parish Enrollment by Grade – Yearly Comparison
Enrollment by Grade in Union Parish Schools for 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Number of 1st Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Parish Elementary School | 89 | 15.2% | 587 |
| D’Arbonne Woods Charter School | 78 | 7.9% | 982 |
| Downsville Community Charter School | 38 | 8% | 473 |
