SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Southside Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Livingston Parish school district, located in Denham Springs, LA with about 406 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Southside Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Southside Elementary School, located at 1129 South Range Avenue in Denham Springs, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Livingston Parish Public School System. Situated in the heart of Denham Springs, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. It typically serves students in the early elementary grades, focusing on building core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and science while encouraging students to become active participants in their local community.

The school is known for its commitment to student-centered learning and maintaining a supportive atmosphere for families in the Denham Springs area. By leveraging a dedicated faculty and staff, Southside Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school through a comprehensive curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities. As part of the broader Denham Springs educational landscape, the school plays a vital role in the city's identity, emphasizing tradition, community involvement, and the continuous academic growth of its student body.

For more information, contact Southside Elementary School at (225) 665-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.