Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Bayou Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bayou Woods Elementary School serves the southeast part of Slidell, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 35.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayou Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bayou Woods Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning is Fun and Learning is Forever
School Rankings
Bayou Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayou Woods Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#247 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
20%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Hunter Green and Athletic Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayou Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Bayou Woods Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bayou Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Bayou Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Mayfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Bayou Woods Elementary School?
431 students attend Bayou Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bayou Woods Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayou Woods Elementary School?
Bayou Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bayou Woods Elementary School offer ?
Bayou Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayou Woods Elementary School part of?
Bayou Woods Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
i think Bayouwoods elementary school has great teachers. They do an amazing job! My complaint involves the front office staff! They are so rude and disrespectful! They never acknowledge you when you walk in the office. In the medical field we are required to smile and greet patients warmly at 10 feet away. I recently picked up a good gator sign for my child and the staff member in the front office never acknowledged me or the coworker that was with me. Had I not spoke up after five minutes of standing there, she probably would not have said anything at all! VERY RUDE ! I have three children attending this school in pre k, 2nd, and 3rd grade. Straight A and A,B students, one in honor's art. For this reason, I am currently searching for my children a new school to attend. I hope this is changed soon.
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