For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 6,843 students in 70726, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70726, LA are Juban Parc Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School and Freshwater Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70726 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70726, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70726, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Juban Parc Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12555 Brown Road
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-4079
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-4079
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9735 Lockhart Road
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 791-8581
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 791-8581
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Freshwater Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1025 Cockerham Road
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5371
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5371
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Denham Springs Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
713 Hatchell Ln
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5855
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5855
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Seventh Ward Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24495 Hwy 16
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5815
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5815
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Juban Parc Junior High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12470 Brown Road
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-1001
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-1001
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Lewis Vincent Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7686 Vincent Road
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-8198
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-8198
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #88.
Denham Springs Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Hatchell Lane
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-8898
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-8898
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #99.
Gray's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11400 La Hwy 1033
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 667-1808
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 667-1808
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1010.
Southside Junior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
26535 Hwy 16
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-4221
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-4221
Gr: 6-8 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1111.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1090 Robbie Street
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-4223
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-4223
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1212.
South Fork Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23000 Walker Road South
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-2281
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 664-2281
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1313.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12565 Brown Rd
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5500
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 665-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70726, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70726, LA include Juban Parc Elementary School, Eastside Elementary School and Freshwater Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70726?
13 public elementary schools are located in 70726.
What is the racial composition of students in 70726?
70726 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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