Needs Improvement
#9144 of 9,539 schools in CA
Louise Foussat Elementary
Elementary School · Oceanside Unified
3800 Pala Rd., Oceanside, CA 92058
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,144 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#28 of 28
public schools
In district
#23 of 23
Oceanside Unified
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Louise Foussat Elementary
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About Louise Foussat Elementary
Louise Foussat Elementary is a public elementary school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. Louise Foussat Elementary serves approximately 788 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Louise Foussat Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #9,144 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Louise Foussat Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Louise Foussat Elementary runs 24.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Louise Foussat Elementary — Students at Louise Foussat Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Louise Foussat Elementary Compares
See how Louise Foussat Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3800 Pala Rd., Oceanside, CA 92058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Louise Foussat Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DISCOVERY ISLE (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scholarship Prep - Oceanside (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Empresa Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Vista), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarship Prep - Oceanside Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Nichols Elementary Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Pablo Tac School of the Arts Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| El Camino High Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Libby Elementary Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| TERI LEARNING ACADEMY Oceanside | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| TERI, INC. THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Oceanside | 2.0 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Oceanside | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Pacific View Charter Oceanside | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| TERI- The Learning Academy Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
| TERI, INC. The Country School Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
| Ivey Ranch Elementary Oceanside | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PEPPERTREE MONTESSORI Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
| Del Rio Elementary Oceanside | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| DISCOVERY ISLE Oceanside | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Empresa Elementary Vista | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Bonsall West Elementary Oceanside | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Christa McAuliffe Elementary Oceanside | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Jefferson Middle Oceanside | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,479
Median Home Value
$609,000
Median Rent
$2,583/mo
Population
49,189
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
24.8
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|---|---|
| Cypress School of the Arts Hesperia, CA | 3.3 |
| Esperanza Elementary Palmdale, CA | 3.3 |
| Eugene Padan Elementary Vacaville, CA | 3.3 |
| Green Tree East Elementary Victorville, CA | 3.3 |
| Hacienda Elementary California City, CA | 3.3 |
| Lugonia Elementary Redlands, CA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Louise Foussat Elementary
What grades does Louise Foussat Elementary serve?
Louise Foussat Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Louise Foussat Elementary?
Louise Foussat Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 788 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Louise Foussat Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Louise Foussat Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Louise Foussat Elementary rank in CA?
Louise Foussat Elementary ranks #9,144 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Louise Foussat Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Louise Foussat Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Louise Foussat Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Louise Foussat Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Louise Foussat Elementary a charter school?
No, Louise Foussat Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Louise Foussat Elementary a Title I school?
No, Louise Foussat Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Louise Foussat Elementary?
78.9% of students at Louise Foussat Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 788
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (760) 721-2200
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #23 of 23
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