South Fork Elementary School

23000 Walker Road South
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 685 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 685 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 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 685 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.65, which is equal to 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
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
32%
42%
White
48%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Livingston Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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?
685 students attend South Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Fork Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% 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 South Fork Elementary School?
South Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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   10/10/2025
Kind and committed staff,and a beautiful school .
- Posted by Parent - braydon0310@gmail.com

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 685 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 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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