Skip to main content

Very Good

#355 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 28% in state

Denham Springs Elementary School

Elementary School · Livingston Parish

713 Hatchell Ln, Denham Springs, LA 70726

Enrollment

652

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#355 of 1,288

In Denham Springs

#5 of 15

public schools

In district

#8 of 43

Livingston Parish

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Denham Springs Elementary School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Denham Springs Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Denham Springs · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Denham Springs Freshman High School

5.3/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Denham Springs High School

5.9/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Denham Springs Elementary School

Denham Springs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denham Springs, LA, part of Livingston Parish. Denham Springs Elementary School serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Denham Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Denham Springs Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency47% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,047
Chronic Absenteeism10.7%

Denham Springs Elementary School — Students at Denham Springs Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
47%
ELA
57.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Denham Springs Elementary School Compares

See how Denham Springs Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in LA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

713 Hatchell Ln, Denham Springs, LA 70726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Denham Springs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastside Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is South Live Oak Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Watson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Freshwater Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denham Springs, see our Denham Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Denham Springs Freshman High School Denham Springs 0.4 mi 5.3
Denham Springs High School Denham Springs 0.6 mi 5.9
Denham Springs Junior High School Denham Springs 0.6 mi 7.6
Northside Elementary School Denham Springs 0.8 mi 5.4
Freshwater Elementary School Denham Springs 1.4 mi 7.9
Southside Junior High School Denham Springs 2.6 mi 6.0
OPEN DOOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denham Springs 2.6 mi 6.3
Lewis Vincent Elementary School Denham Springs 2.9 mi 6.7
Eastside Elementary School Denham Springs 2.5 mi 8.4
Bellingrath Hills Elementary School Greenwell Springs 2.9 mi 7.0
LIFE ACADEMY Walker 3.4 mi
Seventh Ward Elementary School Denham Springs 4.9 mi 7.4
Riveroaks Elementary School Baton Rouge 4.6 mi 5.2
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Greenwell Springs 4.6 mi 5.7
Walker High School Walker 4.7 mi 6.1
Wedgewood Elementary School Baton Rouge 5.0 mi 3.8
Westside Junior High School Walker 4.7 mi 7.3
South Live Oak Elementary School Watson 5.6 mi 8.2
Live Oak Middle School Watson 5.6 mi 5.8
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baton Rouge 4.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,129

Median Home Value

$215,100

Median Rent

$1,180/mo

Population

61,965

College Educated

23.9%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

35.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alice N. Boucher Elementary School Lafayette, LA 7.4
BASIS Baton Rouge Primary Mid City Baton Rouge, LA 7.4
Drew Elementary School West Monroe, LA 7.4
Gilbert School Gilbert, LA 7.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Marrero, LA 7.4
John James Audubon School Kenner, LA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Denham Springs Elementary School

What grades does Denham Springs Elementary School serve?

Denham Springs Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Denham Springs Elementary School?

Denham Springs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Denham Springs Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Denham Springs Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Denham Springs Elementary School rank in LA?

Denham Springs Elementary School ranks #355 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Denham Springs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Denham Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Denham Springs Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Denham Springs Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Denham Springs Elementary School a charter school?

No, Denham Springs Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Denham Springs Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Denham Springs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denham Springs Elementary School?

70.9% of students at Denham Springs Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Livingston Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.7%

District

Livingston Parish
District Enrollment
27,843
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,047
District Rank
#8 of 43

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.