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#137 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 11% in state

Eastside Elementary School

Elementary School · Livingston Parish

9735 Lockhart Road, Denham Springs, LA 70726

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#137 of 1,288

In Denham Springs

#1 of 15

public schools

In district

#1 of 43

Livingston Parish

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Eastside Elementary School

8.4/10

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

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About Eastside Elementary School

Eastside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denham Springs, LA, part of Livingston Parish. Eastside Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Eastside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Eastside Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.8 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,047
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

Eastside Elementary School — Students at Eastside Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 82.4% (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
80%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2025
Math
53.3%
ELA
71.7%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Eastside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in LA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

Location

9735 Lockhart Road, Denham Springs, LA 70726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eastside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Live Oak Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Watson), with a very similar rating. Another option is Freshwater Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Juban Parc Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Denham Springs, see our Denham Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LIFE ACADEMY Walker 1.5 mi
Freshwater Elementary School Denham Springs 1.5 mi 7.9
Denham Springs Junior High School Denham Springs 1.9 mi 7.6
Northside Elementary School Denham Springs 2.0 mi 5.4
Walker High School Walker 2.4 mi 6.1
Westside Junior High School Walker 2.4 mi 7.3
Denham Springs High School Denham Springs 2.4 mi 5.9
Denham Springs Freshman High School Denham Springs 2.4 mi 5.3
OPEN DOOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denham Springs 2.9 mi 6.3
Denham Springs Elementary School Denham Springs 2.5 mi 7.4
Walker Elementary School Walker 3.0 mi 5.7
Walker Junior High Walker 3.2 mi 7.9
Southside Junior High School Denham Springs 3.8 mi 6.0
Levi Milton Elementary School Walker 3.6 mi 6.8
South Walker Elementary School Walker 4.1 mi 6.4
Lewis Vincent Elementary School Denham Springs 4.5 mi 6.7
Southside Elementary School Denham Springs 5.2 mi 4.5
Juban Parc Elementary School Denham Springs 5.3 mi 7.8
Live Oak Middle School Watson 5.2 mi 5.8
South Live Oak Elementary School Watson 5.2 mi 8.2

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

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Ernest Gallet Elementary School Youngsville, LA 8.4
Frasch Elementary School Sulphur, LA 8.4
L. Leo Judice Elementary School Scott, LA 8.4
North Live Oak Elementary School Watson, LA 8.4
Sallie Humble Elementary School Monroe, LA 8.4
Bayou Community Academy Charter School Thibodaux, LA 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eastside Elementary School

What grades does Eastside Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?

Eastside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eastside Elementary School rank in LA?

Eastside Elementary School ranks #137 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Eastside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eastside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Eastside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eastside Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Eastside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Eastside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

60.8% of students at Eastside 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Livingston Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

District

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

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