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Northside Elementary School

Elementary School · Livingston Parish

1090 Robbie Street, Denham Springs, LA 70726

Enrollment

607

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#892 of 1,288

In Denham Springs

#12 of 15

public schools

In district

#40 of 43

Livingston Parish

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Northside Elementary School

5.4/10

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

Denham Springs High School

5.9/10

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5.3/10

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About Northside Elementary School

Northside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denham Springs, LA, part of Livingston Parish. Northside Elementary School serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Northside Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,047
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Northside Elementary School — Students at Northside Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (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
76%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
35.3%
ELA
48.3%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Northside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in LA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Location

1090 Robbie Street, Denham Springs, LA 70726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastside Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Live Oak Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Watson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Freshwater Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denham Springs, see our Denham Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Denham Springs High School Denham Springs 0.4 mi 5.9
Denham Springs Freshman High School Denham Springs 0.5 mi 5.3
Freshwater Elementary School Denham Springs 0.6 mi 7.9
Denham Springs Junior High School Denham Springs 0.8 mi 7.6
Denham Springs Elementary School Denham Springs 0.8 mi 7.4
Eastside Elementary School Denham Springs 2.0 mi 8.4
Bellingrath Hills Elementary School Greenwell Springs 2.8 mi 7.0
OPEN DOOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denham Springs 3.1 mi 6.3
Southside Junior High School Denham Springs 3.2 mi 6.0
LIFE ACADEMY Walker 3.2 mi
Lewis Vincent Elementary School Denham Springs 3.7 mi 6.7
South Live Oak Elementary School Watson 4.8 mi 8.2
Live Oak Middle School Watson 4.8 mi 5.8
Walker High School Walker 4.3 mi 6.1
Westside Junior High School Walker 4.4 mi 7.3
Live Oak Junior High Watson 5.4 mi 6.0
Live Oak Elementary School Watson 5.5 mi 6.8
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Greenwell Springs 4.8 mi 5.7
Seventh Ward Elementary School Denham Springs 5.5 mi 7.4
Central High School Baton Rouge 5.1 mi 7.0

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

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

School Rating
Glen Oaks Park Elementary School Baton Rouge, LA 5.4
Live Oak Elementary School Lafayette, LA 5.4
North Elementary School Fort Johnson, LA 5.4
Parks Primary School Parks, LA 5.4
ReNEW Dolores T. Aaron Elementary New Orleans, LA 5.4
Robinson Elementary School Monroe, LA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northside Elementary School

What grades does Northside Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Northside Elementary School?

Northside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northside Elementary School rank in LA?

Northside Elementary School ranks #892 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Northside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Northside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Northside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Northside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

74.3% of students at Northside 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Livingston Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

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

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