Serving 678 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Denham Springs Elementary School serves the west part of Denham Springs, LA, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. The school is conveniently located within a 5-10 minute drive for most families, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denham Springs Elementary School's student population of 678 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Denham Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
27%
42%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
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 #210 out of 1,244 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, Albany Lower Elementary School, Doyle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
678 students attend Denham Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Denham Springs Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denham Springs Elementary School?
Denham Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denham Springs Elementary School offer ?
Denham Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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