Salmen High School

Salmen High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
300 Spartan Dr,  Slidell, LA
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools
3.9
3.1
1,051 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Terri Wortmann
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
34%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
69%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Reading Proficiency
34%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
530
Verbal
560
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
23
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
11.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
30%
State Average
10%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
243:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Black
66.4%
White
19%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
3.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#23 Best HS For Athletes in Louisiana
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Louisiana State University 291 Students
Southeastern Louisiana University 232 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 175 Students
University of New Orleans 159 Students
Xavier University of Louisiana 139 Students
Southern University & A&M College 131 Students
Loyola University New Orleans 125 Students
Tulane University 117 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 114 Students
Louisiana Tech University 106 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 82 Students
Psychology 59 Students
Business 55 Students
Biology 55 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 46 Students
Computer Science 33 Students
Pre-Law Studies 28 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 23 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 20 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 137 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/12/2025
As a graduated senior, I realized as my four years progressed, the more the school progressed as well. I began feeling safer and more community when I grew, thanks to the new principal.
2.0 Senior
4/14/2025
Me personally, I didn't enjoy it. When it comes to the kids, there is no school spirit. Everyone is too small/close minded to even want to be good in school or enjoy it. Some of the classes feel rushed and all of the material doesn't get covered. The administration is not that bad. There are some great teachers and administration but as a whole they are okay. The school has much they can bring to the table but there are many faults in the lines.
5.0 Junior
4/6/2025
Salmen high school is by far the most energetic and lively school in slide. Students are filled with so much passion ot only for their lives outside of school, but within the school aswell; towards academics and athletics
GreatSchools Reviews
3.1 11 Reviews
1.0 student
2/12/2025
As a student at Salmen High School I would like to say this school has taken a toll on my mental health. The administration is no help whatsoever when it comes to mental health. This school only cares about gifted children. They are quick to push you to the side for someone worth their time. And the...
5.0 parent
1/9/2022
My children are excelling socially and academically at Salmen. The teachers care about the students and they manage the classroom well. They have handled the pandemic as best they can with the resources available to them. The PTSA is doing some good work to support teachers and students. Overall I w...
5.0 parent
6/10/2019
To the naysayers and those who look down on Salmen High because of student demographics: Note that these teachers follow St Tammany School Board Curriculum. Students are held to the same standards as all other St Tammany public schools. Many, many graduates have gone on to become real-world changers...
5.0 student
7/29/2015
We got a new principle!! He seems to actually care and is already way better than the old one. The teachers care! It's hard to find that. Many of the teachers are approachable and actually willing to help! The majority of the student body is just chill. Bullying was and is not prominent. Everyone ju...

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Salmen High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Slidell, LA, in the Slidell neighborhood, and is served by the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. The school has a total enrollment of 1,051 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 34% are proficient in reading. Salmen High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.31, the graduation rate is 69%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $255,229. Discover additional schools in the area, like Slidell High School, First Baptist Christian School, Pope John Paul II Catholic High School, and more. Learn more about what Slidell has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Salmen High School.

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