Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Louise Foussat Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is equal to the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: 40%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louise Foussat Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Louise Foussat Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Louise Foussat Elementary School often compared to?
Louise Foussat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivey Ranch Elementary School, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Louise Foussat Elementary School?
485 students attend Louise Foussat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Louise Foussat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louise Foussat Elementary School?
Louise Foussat Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Louise Foussat Elementary School offer ?
Louise Foussat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Louise Foussat Elementary School part of?
Louise Foussat Elementary School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
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