Serving 1,617 students in grades 10-12, Denham Springs High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denham Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Denham Springs High School's student population of 1,617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Denham Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs High School is 0.48, 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
#559 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
13%
42%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 High School's ranking?
Denham Springs High School is ranked #559 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Denham Springs High School often compared to?
Denham Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak High School, Walker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denham Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Denham Springs High School is 92%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Denham Springs High School?
1,617 students attend Denham Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Denham Springs High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denham Springs High School?
Denham Springs High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Denham Springs High School offer ?
Denham Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Denham Springs High School part of?
Denham Springs High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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