Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Florida Avenue 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 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Florida Avenue Elementary School serves the southeast part of Slidell, LA, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florida Avenue Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Day, Guided Along the Avenue of Learning
School Rankings
Florida Avenue 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 Florida Avenue Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#804 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
34%
42%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Florida Avenue Elementary School is ranked #804 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Florida Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Florida Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Cove Elementary School, Northshore Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Florida Avenue Elementary School?
440 students attend Florida Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Florida Avenue Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida Avenue Elementary School?
Florida Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Florida Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Florida Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida Avenue Elementary School part of?
Florida Avenue Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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