Below Average
#1104 of 1,288 schools in LA
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School
Elementary School · City of Monroe School District
2110 Jackson Street, Monroe, LA 71202
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,104 of 1,288
In Monroe
#25 of 34
public schools
In district
#14 of 19
City of Monroe School District
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Barkdull Faulk Elementary School
Elementary School in Monroe · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barkdull Faulk Elementary School
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monroe, LA, part of City of Monroe School District. Barkdull Faulk Elementary School serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Barkdull Faulk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,104 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Barkdull Faulk Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Barkdull Faulk Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Barkdull Faulk Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Barkdull Faulk Elementary School — Students at Barkdull Faulk Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Barkdull Faulk Elementary School Compares
See how Barkdull Faulk Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2110 Jackson Street, Monroe, LA 71202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barkdull Faulk Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Swayze Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monroe, see our Monroe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clara Hall Accelerated School Monroe | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Monroe | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Riverbend Elementary School West Monroe | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Carver Elementary School Monroe | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Swayze Elementary School Monroe | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Minnie Ruffin Elementary School Monroe | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Luther King Junior High School Monroe | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Berg Jones Elementary School Monroe | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Wossman High School Monroe | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Crosley Elementary School West Monroe | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| J.S. Clark Magnet Elementary School Monroe | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Southside Alternative High School Monroe | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| GENEVA ACADEMY West Monroe | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Shady Grove Elementary School Monroe | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Monroe | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Robinson Elementary School Monroe | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| New Vision Learning Academy Monroe | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Carroll High School Monroe | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| West Monroe High School West Monroe | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison James Foster Elementary School Monroe | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,883
Median Home Value
$77,400
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
26,791
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
50.5%
Median Age
34.6
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|---|---|
| Cherokee Park Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 4.5 |
| Ecole Saint-Landry Sunset, LA | 4.5 |
| North Crowley Elementary School Crowley, LA | 4.5 |
| Brown Upper Elementary School Springhill, LA | 4.6 |
| Glendale Elementary School Eunice, LA | 4.6 |
| Jonesboro-Hodge Elementary School Jonesboro, LA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barkdull Faulk Elementary School
What grades does Barkdull Faulk Elementary School serve?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Barkdull Faulk Elementary School?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barkdull Faulk Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barkdull Faulk Elementary School rank in LA?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School ranks #1,104 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Barkdull Faulk Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Barkdull Faulk Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barkdull Faulk Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Barkdull Faulk Elementary School a charter school?
No, Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barkdull Faulk Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Barkdull Faulk Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barkdull Faulk Elementary School?
88.2% of students at Barkdull Faulk Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ouachita Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (318) 322-1300
Resources & Links
District
City of Monroe School District- District Enrollment
- 8,683
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,090
- District Rank
- #14 of 19
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