For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,621 students in 70460, LA (there are 3 private schools, serving 508 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 70460, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70460, LA are Bayou Woods Elementary School, Alton Elementary School and Henry Mayfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70460 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70460, LA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70460, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayou Woods Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35614 Liberty Drive
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 641-1901
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 641-1901
Gr: PK-3 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Alton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38276 North 5th Avenue
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 863-5353
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 863-5353
Gr: PK-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Henry Mayfield Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31820 Highway 90 West
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 643-5693
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 643-5693
Gr: PK-6 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Carolyn Park Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
35708 Liberty Drive
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 643-8593
Slidell, LA 70460
(985) 643-8593
Gr: 4-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70460, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70460, LA include Bayou Woods Elementary School, Alton Elementary School and Henry Mayfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70460?
4 public schools are located in 70460.
What percentage of students in 70460 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 70460 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70460?
70460 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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