Serving 525 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louise Foussat Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Louise Foussat Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louise Foussat Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6244 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
65%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
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 #6244 out of 9,602 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 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
525 students attend Louise Foussat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Louise Foussat Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 22:1.
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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