For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,209 students in 70461, LA (there are 2 private schools, serving 408 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 70461, LA are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 70461, LA are Northshore High School, Little Oak Middle School and Honey Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 70461 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 70461, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70461, LA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northshore High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Panther Drive
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 649-6400
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 649-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,518 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Little Oak Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
59241 Rebel Drive
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 641-6510
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 641-6510
Gr: 4-6 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Honey Island Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 South Military Road
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 641-3557
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 641-3557
Gr: 2-3 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Boyet Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
59295 Rebel Drive
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 643-3775
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 643-3775
Gr: 7-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
540 South Military Road
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 641-3033
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 641-3033
Gr: PK-1 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 70461, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in 70461, LA include Northshore High School, Little Oak Middle School and Honey Island Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 70461?
5 public schools are located in 70461.
What percentage of students in 70461 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 70461 are educated in public schools (compared to the LA state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 70461?
70461 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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