Serving 739 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paul J. Solis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul J. Solis Elementary School's student population of 739 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul J. Solis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul J. Solis Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#623 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
32%
41%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul J. Solis Elementary School's ranking?
Paul J. Solis Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Paul J. Solis Elementary School often compared to?
Paul J. Solis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gretna No. 2 Academy For Advanced Studies, Mcdonogh 26/homedale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Paul J. Solis Elementary School?
739 students attend Paul J. Solis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Paul J. Solis Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul J. Solis Elementary School?
Paul J. Solis Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paul J. Solis Elementary School offer ?
Paul J. Solis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul J. Solis Elementary School part of?
Paul J. Solis Elementary School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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