Serving 812 students in grades 7-8, Slidell Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slidell Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Slidell Junior High School's student population of 812 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Slidell Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slidell Junior High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
37%
42%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slidell Junior High School's ranking?
Slidell Junior High School is ranked #499 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Slidell Junior High School often compared to?
Slidell Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyet Junior High School, Clearwood Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Slidell Junior High School?
812 students attend Slidell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Slidell Junior High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slidell Junior High School?
Slidell Junior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Slidell Junior High School offer ?
Slidell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Slidell Junior High School part of?
Slidell Junior High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 7/23/2020
My children attend this school, and I have nothing but positive things to say about the school. The teachers are caring and dedicated. Extra-curricular activity are many and the kids enjoy them, especially the drama and Renaissance clubs.
1 3/25/2020
Fights break out often and students are more often disobedient and disrespectful toward teachers and faculty. Never sub and never be a teacher there.
2 8/8/2011
Teachers are stifled. They cannot be creative in their teaching methods thanks to school leadership.
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