Serving 724 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Slidell Junior High School serves the southeast part of Slidell, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 44.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and some areas reaching up to 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Slidell Junior High School's student population of 724 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
724 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
A school where all students can achieve the skills necessary to be successful in the future.
School Rankings
Slidell Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slidell Junior High School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#583 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gray
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 #583 out of 1,244 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Slidell Junior High School?
724 students attend Slidell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Slidell Junior High School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slidell Junior High School?
Slidell Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Slidell Junior High School offer ?
Slidell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Slidell Junior High School part of?
Slidell Junior High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Teachers are stifled. They cannot be creative in their teaching methods thanks to school leadership.
1 10/10/2025
Fights break out often and students are more often disobedient and disrespectful toward teachers and faculty. Never sub and never be a teacher there.
5 10/10/2025
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.
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