Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denham Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Denham Springs Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Denham Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#122 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
21%
42%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
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 #122 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Denham Springs Elementary School?
492 students attend Denham Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Denham Springs Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 20:1, 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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