For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,024 students in 70458, LA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 70458, LA are Slidell High School and Salmen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 70458 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Louisiana public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 70458, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 70458 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Louisiana average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Slidell High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Louisiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 70458, LA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Slidell High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
#1 Tiger Drive
Slidell, LA 70458
(985) 643-2992
Slidell, LA 70458
(985) 643-2992
Gr: 9-12 | 1,833 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Salmen High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Spartan Drive
Slidell, LA 70458
(985) 643-7359
Slidell, LA 70458
(985) 643-7359
Gr: 9-12 | 1,191 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 70458, LA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 70458, LA include Slidell High School and Salmen High School.
How many public high schools are located in 70458?
2 public high schools are located in 70458.
What is the racial composition of students in 70458?
70458 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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