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Seventh Ward Elementary School

24495 Hwy 16
Denham Springs, LA 70726
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8/
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Top 30%
Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Seventh Ward Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 391 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 30% in LA
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Seventh Ward Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

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School Overview

Seventh Ward Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Motto
Our mission is to educate for life so that each child acquires the knowledge and skills to succeed in school and beyond.

School Rankings

Seventh Ward Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seventh Ward Elementary School is 0.52, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#305 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
40-44%
34%
50-54%
42%
45-49%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
15%
41%
White
67%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Seventh Ward Elementary School's ranking?
Seventh Ward Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Seventh Ward Elementary School often compared to?
Seventh Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Juban Parc Elementary School, South Fork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Seventh Ward Elementary School?
391 students attend Seventh Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Seventh Ward Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seventh Ward Elementary School?
Seventh Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seventh Ward Elementary School offer ?
Seventh Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seventh Ward Elementary School part of?
Seventh Ward Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 391 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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