Northshore High School in Slidell, Louisiana, United States, serves a population of approximately 14,000 in its district. Northshore, which serves small portions of northern and eastern Slidell, is a part of the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools.
Serving 1,518 students in grades 9-12, Northshore High 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 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northshore High School serves the southeast part of Slidell, LA, covering an area of approximately 81.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being around 16.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northshore High 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
Northshore High School's student population of 1,518 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1982
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northshore High 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 Northshore High School is 0.58, 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
#108 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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
Blue, Grey
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northshore High School's ranking?
Northshore High School is ranked #108 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Northshore High School often compared to?
Northshore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slidell High School, Salmen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northshore High School?
The graduation rate of Northshore High School is 87%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Northshore High School?
1,518 students attend Northshore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Northshore High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northshore High School?
Northshore High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northshore High School offer ?
Northshore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northshore High School part of?
Northshore High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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