Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Fork Elementary 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 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
South Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #615 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 32% 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 .
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