Serving 755 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Louise Foussat Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Louise Foussat Elementary serves the southeastern part of Oceanside, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louise Foussat Elementary School's student population of 755 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
755 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
WE ARE FALCONS!
School Rankings
Louise Foussat Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louise Foussat Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louise Foussat Elementary School's ranking?
Louise Foussat Elementary School is ranked #6855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Louise Foussat Elementary School often compared to?
Louise Foussat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pablo Tac School Of The Arts, Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Louise Foussat Elementary School?
755 students attend Louise Foussat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Louise Foussat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 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 24:1, 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.
In what neighborhood is Louise Foussat Elementary School located?
Louise Foussat Elementary School is located in the San Luis Rey neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in San Luis Rey.
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