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#1091 of 1,288 schools in LA

St. Tammany Junior High School

Middle School · St. Tammany Parish

701 Cleveland Avenue, Slidell, LA 70458

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,091 of 1,288

In Slidell

#18 of 20

public schools

In district

#53 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

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St. Tammany Junior High School

4.6/10

Middle School in Slidell · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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6.5/10

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About St. Tammany Junior High School

St. Tammany Junior High School is a public middle school in Slidell, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish.

St. Tammany Junior High School serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Tammany Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,091 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St. Tammany Junior High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,823
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

St. Tammany Junior High School — Students at St. Tammany Junior High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 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
54%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
17.3%
ELA
21.7%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How St. Tammany Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
15th percentile in LA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

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

701 Cleveland Avenue, Slidell, LA 70458

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Tammany Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Boyet Junior High School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Slidell Junior High School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Little Oak Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Slidell, see our Slidell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Glynn H. Brock Elementary School Slidell 0.3 mi 6.2
Abney Elementary Early Childhood Center Slidell 0.7 mi 6.5
W.L. Abney Elementary Slidell 0.7 mi 4.8
Slidell Junior High School Slidell 0.8 mi 7.5
LAKESIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell 0.9 mi 7.8
Florida Avenue Elementary School Slidell 1.1 mi 5.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slidell 1.4 mi 7.0
Slidell High School Slidell 1.4 mi 4.5
CHILDREN'S COLLEGE Slidell 1.6 mi
Salmen High School Slidell 1.5 mi 3.6
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Slidell 1.6 mi 6.4
Bonne Ecole Elementary School Slidell 1.7 mi 6.0
Carolyn Park Middle Slidell 1.9 mi 7.0
Bayou Woods Elementary School Slidell 2.1 mi 8.3
Northshore High School Slidell 2.2 mi 6.3
POPE JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Slidell 2.3 mi 6.0
HARVEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Slidell 3.1 mi
Little Oak Middle School Slidell 2.9 mi 7.2
EARLY LRNG CTR AT GRACE MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Slidell 2.9 mi
Boyet Junior High School Slidell 3.0 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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Webster Junior High School Minden, LA 4.9
Andrew Jackson Middle School Chalmette, LA 5.2
T.H. Harris Middle School Metairie, LA 5.2
Pine View Middle School Covington, LA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Tammany Junior High School

What grades does St. Tammany Junior High School serve?

St. Tammany Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend St. Tammany Junior High School?

St. Tammany Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Tammany Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Tammany Junior High School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Tammany Junior High School rank in LA?

St. Tammany Junior High School ranks #1,091 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Tammany Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Tammany Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 St. Tammany Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Tammany Junior High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Tammany Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is St. Tammany Junior High School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Tammany Junior High School?

70.0% of students at St. Tammany 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Tammany Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

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

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