Serving 607 students in grades 2-3, Honey Island Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Honey Island Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Slidell, LA, covering an area of approximately 90.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance reaching up to 15.4 miles from the school's location.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honey Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Honey Island Elementary School's student population of 607 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Honey Island 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 Honey Island Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#217 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
20%
42%
White
56%
41%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon & Yellow
School Mascot
Honeybee
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honey Island Elementary School's ranking?
Honey Island Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Honey Island Elementary School often compared to?
Honey Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonne Ecole Elementary School, Henry Mayfield Elementary School, Cypress Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Honey Island Elementary School?
607 students attend Honey Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Honey Island Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Honey Island Elementary School?
Honey Island Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Honey Island Elementary School offer ?
Honey Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Honey Island Elementary School part of?
Honey Island Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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