Serving 502 students in grades 4-6, Gayle Sloan Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mandeville Middle School serves the southwest part of Mandeville, LA, covering an area of approximately 30.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gayle Sloan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gayle Sloan Middle School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Mission Possible!
School Rankings
Gayle Sloan Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gayle Sloan Middle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#73 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
Navy Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Seagull
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gayle Sloan Middle School's ranking?
Gayle Sloan Middle School is ranked #73 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Gayle Sloan Middle School often compared to?
Gayle Sloan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tchefuncte Middle School, Lake Harbor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Gayle Sloan Middle School?
502 students attend Gayle Sloan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gayle Sloan Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gayle Sloan Middle School?
Gayle Sloan Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gayle Sloan Middle School offer ?
Gayle Sloan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gayle Sloan Middle School part of?
Gayle Sloan Middle School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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