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#539 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 42% in state

Honey Island Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Tammany Parish

500 South Military Road, Slidell, LA 70461

Enrollment

619

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#539 of 1,288

In Slidell

#10 of 20

public schools

In district

#39 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Honey Island Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Slidell · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Honey Island Elementary School

Honey Island Elementary School is a public elementary school in Slidell, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Honey Island Elementary School serves approximately 619 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Honey Island Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Honey Island Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Honey Island Elementary School — Students at Honey Island Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.0% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.9% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
58%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Honey Island Elementary School Compares

See how Honey Island Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in LA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 South Military Road, Slidell, LA 70461

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Honey Island Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alton Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whispering Forest Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cypress Cove Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Slidell, see our Slidell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cypress Cove Elementary School Slidell 0.2 mi 7.1
EARLY LRNG CTR AT GRACE MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Slidell 1.2 mi
Little Oak Middle School Slidell 1.5 mi 7.2
SLIDELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell 1.6 mi 6.7
Boyet Junior High School Slidell 1.6 mi 8.0
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Slidell 1.6 mi 6.0
Northshore High School Slidell 1.6 mi 6.3
Clearwood Junior High School Slidell 3.2 mi 7.1
Bonne Ecole Elementary School Slidell 3.1 mi 6.0
Slidell High School Slidell 3.4 mi 4.5
Florida Avenue Elementary School Slidell 3.6 mi 5.0
Whispering Forest Elementary School Slidell 3.9 mi 7.6
Slidell Junior High School Slidell 3.7 mi 7.5
St. Tammany Junior High School Slidell 3.8 mi 4.6
Abney Elementary Early Childhood Center Slidell 3.9 mi 6.5
W.L. Abney Elementary Slidell 4.0 mi 4.8
Glynn H. Brock Elementary School Slidell 4.0 mi 6.2
CHILDREN'S COLLEGE Slidell 4.0 mi
HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell 4.5 mi
Alton Elementary School Slidell 4.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,035

Median Home Value

$267,100

Median Rent

$1,201/mo

Population

33,572

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

78.3%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Honey Island Elementary School

What grades does Honey Island Elementary School serve?

Honey Island Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Honey Island Elementary School?

Honey Island Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 619 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Honey Island Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Honey Island Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Honey Island Elementary School rank in LA?

Honey Island Elementary School ranks #539 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Honey Island Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Honey Island Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Honey Island Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Honey Island Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Honey Island Elementary School a charter school?

No, Honey Island Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Honey Island Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Honey Island Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Honey Island Elementary School?

47.8% of students at Honey Island Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
619
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Tammany Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

St. Tammany Parish
District Enrollment
38,794
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,823
District Rank
#39 of 55

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