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#335 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 26% in state

Slidell Junior High School

Middle School · St. Tammany Parish

333 Pennsylvania Avenue, Slidell, LA 70458

Enrollment

769

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#335 of 1,288

In Slidell

#5 of 20

public schools

In district

#24 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Slidell Junior High School

7.5/10

Middle School in Slidell · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Slidell Junior High School

Slidell Junior High School is a public middle school in Slidell, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Slidell Junior High School serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Slidell Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #335 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Slidell Junior High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency94% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+62.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+26.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Slidell Junior High School — Students at Slidell Junior High School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.3% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.1% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 37 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
64%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Slidell Junior High School Compares

See how Slidell Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in LA
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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

333 Pennsylvania Avenue, Slidell, LA 70458

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Slidell Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Boyet Junior High School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Little Oak Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Clearwood Junior High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Slidell, see our Slidell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Florida Avenue Elementary School Slidell 0.2 mi 5.0
Slidell High School Slidell 0.6 mi 4.5
Glynn H. Brock Elementary School Slidell 0.7 mi 6.2
CHILDREN'S COLLEGE Slidell 0.7 mi
St. Tammany Junior High School Slidell 0.8 mi 4.6
Bonne Ecole Elementary School Slidell 1.0 mi 6.0
Abney Elementary Early Childhood Center Slidell 1.6 mi 6.5
W.L. Abney Elementary Slidell 1.6 mi 4.8
LAKESIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell 1.6 mi 7.8
Carolyn Park Middle Slidell 1.5 mi 7.0
Bayou Woods Elementary School Slidell 1.7 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slidell 2.2 mi 7.0
HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell 2.2 mi
Salmen High School Slidell 2.3 mi 3.6
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Slidell 2.1 mi 6.0
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Slidell 2.4 mi 6.4
Northshore High School Slidell 2.2 mi 6.3
Clearwood Junior High School Slidell 2.7 mi 7.1
Little Oak Middle School Slidell 2.5 mi 7.2
Boyet Junior High School Slidell 2.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,816

Median Home Value

$227,200

Median Rent

$1,400/mo

Population

39,385

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

39.6

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Belle Chasse Middle School Belle Chasse, LA 7.6
Benton Middle School Benton, LA 7.6
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Haughton Middle School Haughton, LA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Slidell Junior High School

What grades does Slidell Junior High School serve?

Slidell Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Slidell Junior High School?

Slidell Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Slidell Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Slidell Junior High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Slidell Junior High School rank in LA?

Slidell Junior High School ranks #335 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Slidell Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Slidell Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Slidell Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Slidell Junior High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Slidell Junior High School a charter school?

No, Slidell Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Slidell Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Slidell Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Slidell Junior High School?

65.1% of students at Slidell Junior High 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
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Tammany Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

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

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