St. Charles Parish

St. Charles Parish operates a suburban school system in Louisiana with 8,907 students across 15 schools, comprising 9 elementary, 4 middle, and 2 high schools. The district is experiencing slight contraction, with enrollment declining 2.5% from the prior year. With 646 teachers, the student-teacher ratio stands at 13.8:1.

Academically, St. Charles Parish demonstrates performance above state averages. Math proficiency reaches 47.5% compared to the Louisiana state average of 30.3%, while reading proficiency is 49.2% versus the state average of 39.0%. The graduation rate of 89.3% exceeds the state average of 85.1%.

The student population reflects moderate economic challenges, with 51.5% classified as economically disadvantaged. English learners represent 2.9% of enrollment. Racial composition is 49.4% White, 31.0% Black, 13.0% Hispanic, and 1.2% Asian.

The district's financial structure is notably distinctive. Per-pupil spending of $3,359 falls significantly below the state average of $8,665, the lowest among comparable districts. The total budget of $186.9 million relies heavily on local revenue sources at 77.9%, while state funding comprises 15.4% and federal funding 6.7%. This revenue distribution pattern suggests the district's fiscal health depends substantially on local tax bases rather than state and federal support.