Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Folsom Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folsom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Folsom Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a great place to be!
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Folsom Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Folsom Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#167 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
12%
41%
White
76%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folsom Elementary School's ranking?
Folsom Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Folsom Elementary School often compared to?
Folsom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folsom Junior High School, Madisonville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Folsom Elementary School?
483 students attend Folsom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Folsom Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Folsom Elementary School?
Folsom Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Folsom Elementary School offer ?
Folsom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Folsom Elementary School part of?
Folsom Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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