Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denham Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denham Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Denham Springs Elementary School's student population of 652 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Denham Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
28%
41%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denham Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Denham Springs Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Denham Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Denham Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School, Doyle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Denham Springs Elementary School?
652 students attend Denham Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Denham Springs Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denham Springs Elementary School?
Denham Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Denham Springs Elementary School offer ?
Denham Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Denham Springs Elementary School part of?
Denham Springs Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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