WHISPERING FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whispering Forest 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 547 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 31 teachers, Whispering Forest Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Whispering Forest Elementary School is a public school located in Slidell, Louisiana, serving students within the St. Tammany Parish Public Schools system. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic growth and personal development for students in the elementary grade levels. It is situated in a residential area, aiming to provide a foundational educational experience that prepares students for their future academic endeavors through a structured and nurturing curriculum.

The school is well-integrated into the local Slidell community, serving as a hub for neighborhood families. Like many schools in the St. Tammany Parish district, Whispering Forest Elementary emphasizes not only core academic subjects—such as reading, mathematics, and science—but also the development of social skills and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on individual student needs, the school strives to create a positive atmosphere where young learners can build the confidence and knowledge necessary for success as they progress into middle school.

For more information, contact Whispering Forest Elementary School at (985) 641-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.