Can parish school enrollment increase?

By Rebecca Chaisson on Wednesday, May 17, 2023
St. Landry Parish public school enrollment has declined over the years
  • Milton Batiste makes his presentation before being selected as St. Landry Parish superintendent. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
    Milton Batiste makes his presentation before being selected as St. Landry Parish superintendent. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

    Newly named St. Landry Parish School Superintendent Milton Batiste charted a tough course for the parish school district’s enrollment. During his presentation to the School Board, Batiste said increasing school enrollment is a “quick win’ way to improve the district’s finances. The historic numbers suggest Batiste set up a challenging situation. Enrollment in February was 11,849, according to…