Serving 2,385 students in grades 9-12, Denham Springs High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Denham Springs High School serves the western part of its school district in Denham Springs, LA, covering an area of approximately 70.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being 14.4 miles away.
- 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:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Denham Springs High School's student population of 2,385 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,385 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1897
School Rankings
Denham Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs High School is 0.60, which is less 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
#567 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
57%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denham Springs High School's ranking?
Denham Springs High School is ranked #567 out of 1,244 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 Walker High School, Live Oak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denham Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Denham Springs High School is 94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Denham Springs High School?
2,385 students attend Denham Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Denham Springs High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denham Springs High School offer ?
Denham Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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