There were 272 third grade students enrolled in Richland Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 14.8% more than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Rayville Elementary School welcomed the most third grade students in the parish.
Within Richland Parish schools, the most students were found in 10th grade classes, while 12th grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, Richland Parish ranked 24th lowest in enrollment numbers. It was ranked 23rd lowest 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.
| School name | Number of 3rd Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayville Elementary School | 65 | 18.3% | 356 |
| Mangham Elementary School | 59 | 13.8% | 427 |
| Start Elementary School | 45 | 13.7% | 329 |
| Delhi Charter School | 44 | 7% | 630 |
| Delhi Elementary School | 34 | 18.4% | 185 |
| Holly Ridge Elementary School | 25 | 11.8% | 212 |



