St. John the Baptist Parish Schools & Education
St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
47/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
79.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
79.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 85.4%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,822
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,881
School Score
47/100
Higher = better
State avg 53/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#40
of 64 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: St. John the Baptist Parish
School Verdict
St. John the Baptist Parish has average school quality (score: 47/100) with a graduation rate of 79.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
St. John the Baptist Parish spends $9,822 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for St. John the Baptist Parish is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 11% below the Louisiana average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 6.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 25% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana
Growth and Infrastructure in St. John
St. John the Baptist Parish hosts 10 public schools serving a total of 5,382 students. The district infrastructure is weighted toward early education, featuring seven elementary schools alongside one middle school and two high schools.
Meeting State Benchmarks for Success
The parish maintains a school score of 53.8, which slightly beats the state average. While the graduation rate of 79.0% is below the state mark, the parish invests a healthy $9,822 per pupil to improve outcomes and infrastructure.
St. John the Baptist Parish District
The unified St. John the Baptist Parish district manages all 10 campuses with zero charter schools. East St. John High School is the district's flagship campus, serving a significant population of 1,459 students.
A Vibrant Suburban School Scene
Seven schools are located in suburban areas, while three are rural, with an average school size of 538 students. LaPlace Elementary and Lake Pontchartrain Elementary serve as large, vibrant PK-8 community hubs with over 750 students each.
Suburban Living Near Lake Pontchartrain
With its suburban focus and solid per-pupil spending, St. John the Baptist Parish is a great fit for families moving to the region. Look for properties in LaPlace to be close to the parish's most active and diverse school campuses.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in St. John the Baptist Parish
Total Enrollment
5,382
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in St. John the Baptist Parish
St. John the Baptist Parish
10 Public Schools in St. John the Baptist Parish
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East St. John High School | St. John the Baptist Parish | 9–12 | High | 1,459 |
| LaPlace Elementary School | St. John the Baptist Parish | PK–8 | Primary | 787 |
| Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School | St. John the Baptist Parish | PK–8 | Primary | 754 |
| Emily C. Watkins Elementary | St. John the Baptist Parish | PK–8 | Primary | 495 |
| East St. John Preparatory Academy | St. John the Baptist Parish | 5–8 | Middle | 392 |
| John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary | St. John the Baptist Parish | KG–8 | Primary | 371 |
| Fifth Ward Elementary School | St. John the Baptist Parish | PK–4 | Primary | 362 |
| Garyville/Mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. | St. John the Baptist Parish | PK–8 | Primary | 324 |
| West St. John Elementary School (K-7) | St. John the Baptist Parish | PK–7 | Primary | 238 |
| West St. John High School | St. John the Baptist Parish | 8–12 | High | 200 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,822
State avg $7,881
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Schools in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana?
St. John the Baptist Parish hosts 10 public schools serving a total of 5,382 students. The district infrastructure is weighted toward early education, featuring seven elementary schools alongside one middle school and two high schools.
How do schools in St. John the Baptist Parish perform academically?
The parish maintains a school score of 53.8, which slightly beats the state average. While the graduation rate of 79.0% is below the state mark, the parish invests a healthy $9,822 per pupil to improve outcomes and infrastructure.
What are the major school districts in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana?
The unified St. John the Baptist Parish district manages all 10 campuses with zero charter schools. East St. John High School is the district's flagship campus, serving a significant population of 1,459 students.
What is the school experience like in St. John the Baptist Parish?
Seven schools are located in suburban areas, while three are rural, with an average school size of 538 students. LaPlace Elementary and Lake Pontchartrain Elementary serve as large, vibrant PK-8 community hubs with over 750 students each.
How can I find homes near good schools in St. John the Baptist Parish, Louisiana?
With its suburban focus and solid per-pupil spending, St. John the Baptist Parish is a great fit for families moving to the region. Look for properties in LaPlace to be close to the parish's most active and diverse school campuses.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.