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#923 of 1,288 schools in LA
Denham Springs Freshman High School
School · Livingston Parish
940 Range Avenue NE, Denham Springs, LA 70726
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 9th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#923 of 1,288
In Denham Springs
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#41 of 43
Livingston Parish
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Denham Springs Freshman High School
Denham Springs Freshman High School is a public school in Denham Springs, LA, part of Livingston Parish. Denham Springs Freshman High School serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades 9th-9th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Denham Springs Freshman High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #923 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Denham Springs Freshman High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- LA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Denham Springs Freshman High School — Students at Denham Springs Freshman High School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How Denham Springs Freshman High School Compares
See how Denham Springs Freshman High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
940 Range Avenue NE, Denham Springs, LA 70726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Denham Springs Freshman High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Eastside Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Live Oak Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Watson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Freshwater Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denham Springs, see our Denham Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 miNeighborhood 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Denham Springs Freshman High School
What grades does Denham Springs Freshman High School serve?
Denham Springs Freshman High School serves students in grades 9th through 9th.
How many students attend Denham Springs Freshman High School?
Denham Springs Freshman High School has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Denham Springs Freshman High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Denham Springs Freshman High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Denham Springs Freshman High School rank in LA?
Denham Springs Freshman High School ranks #923 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Denham Springs Freshman High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Denham Springs Freshman High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Freshman High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Denham Springs Freshman High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Denham Springs Freshman High School a charter school?
No, Denham Springs Freshman High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Denham Springs Freshman High School a Title I school?
No, Denham Springs Freshman High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Denham Springs Freshman High School?
63.0% of students at Denham Springs Freshman High 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Livingston Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (225) 665-7890
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Livingston Parish- District Enrollment
- 27,843
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,047
- District Rank
- #41 of 43
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