Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Seventh Ward Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Seventh Ward Elementary School serves the west part of Denham Springs, LA, covering an area of approximately 18.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seventh Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Seventh Ward Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Motto
Our mission is to educate for life so that each child acquires the knowledge and skills to succeed in school and beyond.
School Rankings
Seventh Ward Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seventh Ward Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#305 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seventh Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Seventh Ward Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Seventh Ward Elementary School often compared to?
Seventh Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juban Parc Elementary School, South Fork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Seventh Ward Elementary School?
382 students attend Seventh Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Seventh Ward Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seventh Ward Elementary School?
Seventh Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seventh Ward Elementary School offer ?
Seventh Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seventh Ward Elementary School part of?
Seventh Ward Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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