St. James Parish

Located at 1876 West Main Street in Lutcher, Louisiana, St. James Parish is an open, traditional public school district situated within the large suburban landscape of the greater New Orleans-Metairie metropolitan region. Serving a total enrollment of 3,194 students across six operational schools, the district offers a comprehensive academic pipeline spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The student body represents a vibrant community fabric comprising 1,934 Black students, 1,159 White students, 54 Hispanic students, and multiracial, Asian, and American Indian learners, with a demographic distribution of 1,650 male and 1,544 female students.

To support its student population, St. James Parish maintains a robust workforce, employing nearly 966 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The district's academic mission is driven by a strong instructional core of over 553 FTE teachers, enhanced by nearly 80 FTE instructional aides who provide targeted classroom support. A dedicated team of more than 332 FTE support personnel further reinforces campus operations, handling essential administrative, logistical, and student service needs. Through its substantial staffing commitment and accessible local presence, the district delivers a well-rounded educational environment designed to prepare its students for higher education and future career pathways.