Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barkdull Faulk Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1137 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
94%
41%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkdull Faulk Elementary School's ranking?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is ranked #1137 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Barkdull Faulk Elementary School?
245 students attend Barkdull Faulk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Barkdull Faulk Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barkdull Faulk Elementary School?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barkdull Faulk Elementary School offer ?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barkdull Faulk Elementary School part of?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is part of City Of Monroe School District.
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