Denham Springs High School is a public high school located in Denham Springs, Louisiana, United States. Denham Springs High School is a part of the Livingston Parish School System and was founded in 1897 as a school for the residents of Denham Springs, a city located in Livingston Parish.
Serving 1,757 students in grades 10-12, Denham Springs High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denham Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Denham Springs High School's student population of 1,757 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1897
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Denham Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Springs High School is 0.56, 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
#567 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
18%
41%
White
62%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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: Butch The Yellow Jacket
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denham Springs High School's ranking?
Denham Springs High School is ranked #567 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Denham Springs High School often compared to?
Denham Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker High School, Live Oak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denham Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Denham Springs High School is 94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Denham Springs High School?
1,757 students attend Denham Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Denham Springs High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denham Springs High School?
Denham Springs High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denham Springs High School offer ?
Denham Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denham Springs High School part of?
Denham Springs High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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