BAYOU WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bayou Woods Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the St. Tammany Parish school district, located in Slidell, LA with about 403 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Bayou Woods Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bayou Woods Elementary School, located in Slidell, Louisiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the St. Tammany Parish Public School System. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills for its elementary-aged students. By integrating a standard-based curriculum with opportunities for extracurricular engagement, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition to middle school.

Beyond its academic mission, Bayou Woods Elementary plays a central role in the local Slidell community. The school benefits from an active culture of parental involvement and community support, which helps facilitate a collaborative atmosphere between faculty, families, and students. By focusing on a holistic approach to education, the school strives to create an inclusive environment where students feel encouraged to explore their interests, build lasting friendships, and develop a positive attitude toward lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Bayou Woods Elementary School at (985) 641-1901 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.