Slidell High School

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Slidell High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1 Tiger Dr,  Slidell, LA
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools
3.8
4.1
1,739 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Billy Percy
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
78%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
116
Full Time Teachers
116
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
590
Verbal
610
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
55.6%
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
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
11%
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
387:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.1%
Female
49.9%
White
45.1%
Black
37.1%
Hispanic
10.3%
Two or more races
5.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

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 536 Students
Southeastern Louisiana University 494 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 398 Students
University of New Orleans 233 Students
Loyola University New Orleans 230 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 210 Students
Louisiana Tech University 208 Students
Tulane University 175 Students
Mississippi State University 138 Students
Southern University & A&M College 135 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 124 Students
Psychology 111 Students
Business 80 Students
Biology 80 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 61 Students
Computer Science 51 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 44 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 38 Students
Pre-Law Studies 36 Students
Criminology 33 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 233 Reviews
2.0 Senior
1/5/2026
Being at Slidell High has not been a good experience. It does not feel like a safe environment for many students. The school has a drug problem and fighting is rampant. The administration cannot control the students and many of the teachers do not really know what they're doing.
5.0 Senior
12/9/2025
My overall experience with Slidell High has been good and for me to be there all 4 years. Which been great to live through and the growth that you see with people becoming better people , even myself just was a good experience coming out of Junior High.
4.0 Senior
5/2/2025
Is the best high school experience I ever had had the best community. The best teacher is the best learning the best of treating everyone correctly . I had a great experience throughout my high school senior year. I am looking forward to going nursing and all of the health classes taught me well
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 8 Reviews
3.0 parent
6/19/2021
Punitive administration at this school, particularly for black and brown children.
5.0 parent
9/20/2019
We are experiencing public school education at its finest. Currently we have two children attending SHS and they are happy, supported, involved and learning. The teachers have been responsive to the communication I have sent them. The administration has been supportive and transparent. Our children...
5.0 other
7/19/2016
I attended Slidell High all 4 years of high school, and never once did I feel out of place or unwelcomed. The student body gets along at all levels, the teachers are all professional and willing to help at a moments notice. Athletically, the coaches are wonderful people who care the world about each...
5.0 parent
8/17/2015
The teachers and administration are there for the students whenever they need them. They go out of their way to help the kids succeed. This schools has the best coaches in the state of Louisiana! It's like a family here. We couldn't ask for a better high school for our kids .

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Slidell High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Slidell, LA and is served by the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,739 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Slidell High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 78%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Northshore High School, Salmen High 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 Slidell High School.

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