Orleans Parish, Louisiana Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Orleans Parish, Louisiana
Orleans Parish, Louisiana Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
89.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
42.4%
Graduate Degree
19.7%
Population 25+
265,201
Orleans Parish, Louisiana Educational Level Distribution
Orleans Parish, Louisiana Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 10.4% | 27,579 |
High School Graduate | 21.0% | 55,605 |
Some College / Associate's | 26.3% | 69,632 |
Bachelor's Degree | 22.6% | 60,022 |
Graduate Degree | 19.7% | 52,363 |
Orleans Parish, Louisiana Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Orleans Parish, Louisiana
Approximately 42.4% of adults in Orleans Parish, Louisiana hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Orleans Parish, Louisiana has increased by 10.7 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.