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South Fork Elementary School

23000 Walker Road South
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Fork Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 715 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 26% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

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School Overview

South Fork Elementary School's student population of 715 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Challenge. Empower. Inspire

School Rankings

South Fork Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fork Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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)
#642 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
28%
34%
38%
42%
26%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
33%
41%
White
47%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 South Fork Elementary School's ranking?
South Fork Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Fork Elementary School often compared to?
South Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, Seventh Ward Elementary School, Juban Parc Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Fork Elementary School?
715 students attend South Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of South Fork Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fork Elementary School?
South Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Fork Elementary School offer ?
South Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fork Elementary School part of?
South Fork Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.

School Reviews

5   8/12/2018
Kind and committed staff,and a beautiful school .
- Posted by Parent - braydon0310@gmail.com

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 715 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 50%)
  • : 26% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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