Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Whispering Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whispering Forest Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Slidell, LA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whispering Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whispering Forest Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whispering Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whispering Forest Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#218 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
25%
42%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whispering Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Whispering Forest Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Whispering Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Whispering Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayou Woods Elementary School, Honey Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Whispering Forest Elementary School?
453 students attend Whispering Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Whispering Forest Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whispering Forest Elementary School?
Whispering Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whispering Forest Elementary School offer ?
Whispering Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whispering Forest Elementary School part of?
Whispering Forest Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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