Denham Springs Freshman High is a high school in Denham Springs, Louisiana, United States that consists of mostly freshman, few sophomores cross over the street from the Denham High School to the Freshman High to complete certain classes, if needed.
Serving 710 students in grades 9, Denham Springs Freshman High 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 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denham Springs Freshman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denham Springs Freshman High School's student population of 710 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Denham Springs Freshman High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs Freshman High School is 0.59, 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
#287 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
17%
41%
White
57%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denham Springs Freshman High School's ranking?
Denham Springs Freshman High School is ranked #287 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Denham Springs Freshman High School often compared to?
Denham Springs Freshman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak High School, Doyle High School, Albany High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denham Springs Freshman High School?
The graduation rate of Denham Springs Freshman High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Denham Springs Freshman High School?
710 students attend Denham Springs Freshman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Denham Springs Freshman High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denham Springs Freshman High School?
Denham Springs Freshman High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denham Springs Freshman High School offer ?
Denham Springs Freshman High School offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denham Springs Freshman High School part of?
Denham Springs Freshman High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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